Calpine, California
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Calpine
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Reno, Nevada
Hike to the Monkey Condos and Needle Rock
7.25 mi / 1600 ft gainThis loop takes hikers past several features and areas of interest hidden in the Virginia Mountains about 25 miles north of Reno. These mountains are scenic and rugged, with towering dramatic features that make visitors feel immensely small amidst them. Couple that with how few visitors these roa...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Hike to Skunk Harbor
4.5The parking for Skunk Beach is very limited and a little difficult to find. Make sure you get there early if you want a spot. The parking is a turnoff along highway 28, about two miles north of the junction with highway 50. There is no trail sign or anything but there is an old green pipe gate wh...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Skunk Harbor
4.02.83 mi / 564 ft gainSkunk Harbor is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Glenbrook, Nevada.Read more -
New Washoe City, Nevada
Deadman's Overlook Trail
4.01.28 mi / 318 ft gainDeadman's Overlook Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Washoe Valley, Nevada.Read more -
Tahoma, California
Backpack to Crag Lake
4.011.1 mi / 1220 ft gainDay 1:This trip is a great early season trip while you are waiting for the snow to melt in the high country or it could be a good first backpacking trip because of its proximity to the trailhead and the fact that it's a relatively easy hike. Also, you get to camp by a beautiful lake with a drama...Read more -
Colfax, California
Hike The Historical Stevens Trail
5.08 mi / 3376 ft gainBest known as one of the most popular hiking and biking trails to the North Fork American River, in part because of the easy access from Colfax. However, this is a remote trail, and hikers are advised to bring plenty of fluids as well as carry a whistle. The entire trail is primarily shaded, pa...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Hike the Spooner Lake Loop
2.2 mi / 150 ft gainThe Spooner Lake Loop is perfect for any ages since there is basically no elevation gain and many benches along the trail to rest. The trail offers many educational signs describing the history, and flora and fauna of the area. This man made lake is perfect for the kids and pup. They will love th...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Kings Canyon Falls
4.00.63 mi / 233 ft gain...Living in California, I know all about waterfalls! For me personally though, no matter the shape or size of the waterfall, it has my interest. Now when it comes to Nevada, I honestly can't think of too many waterfalls off the top of my head, but when you're passing through a town that you're u...Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Goni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail
3.01 mi / 95 ft gainGoni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Carson City, Nevada.Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Hike the Rubicon Trail
5.07 mi / 400 ft gainThe Rubicon Trail is a through hike connecting D.L. Bliss State Park and Emerald Bay State Park. You can start at either point. I opted to start at D.L. Bliss State Park to avoid the long walk uphill to catch the Nifty Fifty shuttle. Also, there is more available parking at Bliss. Park your c...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Hike the Lighthouse Trail at D.L. Bliss State Park
4.82.3 mi / 505 ft gainThe Lighthouse Trail is a 2.3 mile loop located in D.L. Bliss State Park on the lower west side of world famous Lake Tahoe. To get the trail, enter the park through the main entrance ($10 parking fee), the follow the road until you see two parking areas of the left side with about 6 or 7 spots e...Read more