El Dorado Trail California's El Dorado Trail | Courtesy Friends of El Dorado Trail The lack of both shade and amenities can make this trail a challenge, but the rugged scenery along its 13 miles makes it worthwhile. The occasional car making its way to or between three campgrounds and the Briceburg Visitor Center is a near-certain sight as you’ll share a road for about half the route a less-certain but still possible encounter is with rattlesnakes that have been spotted in the area. The area erupts with colorful wildflowers in the spring, and the river is popular with whitewater rafters, anglers and even gold-panners. The trail follows its namesake river between the towns of Bagby and Briceburg west of Yosemite National Park. Ungroomed, mostly dirt and somewhat wild, the Merced River Trail is perfect for those on foot, horseback or mountain bike that want to get away from (most of) it all. Merced River Trail California's Merced River Trail | Photo by TrailLink user jsamdasch With impressive scenery and a rich history, the Sawyer Camp segment of the trail near San Andreas Lake is the most popular trail in San Mateo County's park system. In parts asphalt and dirt, the trail follows the path of an old wagon route between Half Moon Bay and the City by the Bay. The Crystal Springs Regional Trail is a pathway in distinct portions located on the San Francisco Peninsula it recently closed a major gap near the two artificial lakes that make up the Crystal Springs Reservoir, and in the process connected to a trail that rides atop the dam separating the two bodies of water. Related: San Diego’s Bayshore Bikeway-A Photo EssayĬrystal Springs Regional Trail California's Crystal Springs Regional Trail | Photo by TrailLink user fleming.joseph Note that the trail is on the roadway in parts, and the coastal leg can be particularly windy in the afternoon. You’ll also pass by the famed sloping red roof of the Hotel del Coronado. Naval Amphibious Base where Navy SEALs train. Military buffs may enjoy seeing amphibious hovercraft skimming across the bay or Harrier jets going to or from the U.S. Paved, smooth and almost entirely flat, the trail’s 17 miles offer views of downtown San Diego as well as a straight stretch along Silver Strand State Beach with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the bay on the other. Wrapping nearly 270 degrees around San Diego Bay, the Bayshore Bikeway may be the perfect way to take in the southern California sunshine. Bayshore Bikeway California's Bayshore Bikeway | Photo by Cindy Barks You’ll also pass the renowned Fisherman’s Wharf and world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium. Shops along the way rent kayaks and paddle boards for the surf, and bikes and surreys (canopied quadricycles capable of seating up to six people) for the turf. Offering access to sandy beaches, parks, fishing piers and marinas, this 18-mile paved trail also provides ample opportunities for wildlife viewing: sea lions basking on the rocky shoreline, whales in the distance, and plenty of Californians biking, skating and walking the trail with you. Ocean lovers-this trail is for you! Following the former route of the Southern Pacific Railroad, the southern half of the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail hugs its namesake bay so closely that waves occasionally wash over it in places. Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail California's Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail | Elizabeth Bean Photography The snow-covered trail later in the year brings out fat-tired mountain bikers and cross-country skiers. Consider an autumn visit when the trail is particularly vibrant and you can soak up the colorful scenery. Be aware of equestrians that you may share the way with, and be sure to bring water for the trip. The historical train depot at Susanville, which serves as the eastern trailhead, is a favorite of railway history buffs. The 25-mile-long dirt and gravel trail follows the Susan River Canyon through pine forest between Susanville and Westwood across 12 bridges and through three tunnels. No list of California trails would be complete without the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail, among the state’s most scenic rail-trails and a 2008 inductee into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. Here are 10 of our Golden State favorites.īizz Johnson National Recreation Trail California's Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail | Photo by TrailLink user ryskat And whether you feel at home along the beach or among the mountains, our country’s most populous state probably has a trail experience tailored for you. įrom a temperate rainforest to an arid desert, California offers a climate for just about everyone. For resources on how to #SharetheTrail and #RecreateResponsibly, go to /COVID-19. NOTE: A s you head out on the trail, remember to follow the guidelines by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and local governments.
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