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Quincy, California

Quincy, California is a top location for the best trails and outdoor activities. The Pacific Crest Trail is a must-visit, offering scenic views of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. This trail is challenging, best suited for advanced hikers. Another highlight is the Mount Hough Trail, known for its panoramic views of Indian Valley and the Feather River. For a more relaxed outdoor adventure, visit the Spanish Creek for a peaceful fishing trip. Near Quincy, you can explore the Bucks Lake Wilderness, home to various wildlife and beautiful alpine lakes. Whether you're a hiker, angler or just someone seeking outdoor adventures, Quincy, California has something for you.

Top Spots in and near Quincy

  • Nevada City, California

    Take a Family Ride

    4.5
    Well if you start at Banner Lava Cap and Gracie Roads then you will see the canal at the top of Gracie Rd. Hop onto the berm of the canal and head north {upstream}. The trail is dirt and about 4 ft wide in the beginning and widens to 6 to 8 ft for most the way . Continue upstream on the canal and...
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  • Loch Leven Lakes Trailhead, California

    Loch Leven Lakes Trail

    4.4
    7.6 mi / 1480 ft gain
    The trail is easy to follow for the first half mile until you get to some large slabs of granite. As you continue up the trail look for stacked rocks, these will give you a an easy route as you continue up the mountain. The trail then starts to switch back eventually leading to a small bridge. Af...
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  • Doyle, California

    Camp at the Fort Sage OHV Area

    The recreation area consists of approximately 29,000 acres of public land that is managed primarily for off highway vehicle use and winter deer range. Vehicle use within the recreation area is limited to designated roads and trails to ensure that the two primary uses remain compatible throughout ...
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  • Emigrant Gap, California

    Loch Leven Viewpoint Trail

    5.0
    6.41 mi / 1522 ft gain
    Loch Leven Viewpoint Trail is an out-and-back trail to a viewpoint of the Loch Leven Lakes that is moderately difficult located near Truckee, California. This trail is just under 6.5 miles. If you're willing to add a little more than a mile to your adventure, you can head all the way to Upper Loc...
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