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Loop Trails (No Backtracking) in California
California has 530 trails with a loop route in this directory, across 224 cities and towns — Palm Springs, Fremont, Los Angeles, Oakland and 220 more. Start and finish at the same trailhead: a known distance, no backtracking and no car shuttle.
The 250 most-reviewed in California
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Muir Woods National Monument
4.8 ★★★★★ 20,544 reviews
Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,229 reviews
Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots.
Mission Trails Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 7,818 reviews
8,000-acre recreational park featuring 60 miles of trails, along with a lake for boating & camping.
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,267 reviews
500+ miles of flat & mountainous hiking trails through coastal chaparral, with views & picnic stops.
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,237 reviews
This 308-acre park features a Japanese garden, a workout course, athletic fields & scenic trails.
Central Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 7,192 reviews
Lakeside park with a golf course, 4 playgrounds, boat rentals, a fishing area, picnic sites & paths.
Runyon Canyon Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,669 reviews
Landmark hiking trails known for sweeping city views & people watching, plus an off-leash dog park.
Rancho San Antonio County Park & Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,535 reviews
Rural nature preserve with 25 miles of hiking trails, plus a working farm & a model plane launch.
Montaña de Oro State Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 4,183 reviews
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring.
Charles H. Wilson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,274 reviews
Sports & recreation area for jogging, volleyball, basketball, tennis, roller hockey & more.
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,529 reviews
Sprawling forest featuring redwood groves & rare wildlife, plus trails, picnic areas & campsites.
Murray Reservoir
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,446 reviews
Small boat rentals, fishing & many picnic areas, plus a walking & biking path along the reservoir.
Coyote Hills Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,384 reviews
1,266 acres of rolling hills for picnicking, bird-watching, biking, hiking & nature exploration.
Mount Diablo State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,311 reviews
Sizable park with a summit visitor center & observation deck, plus trails, campsites & picnic areas.
Del Valle Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,440 reviews
Vast nature preserve featuring trails, campgrounds & a sizable lake with beaches & boat launches.
Skull Rock Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,287 reviews
Skull-shaped desert granite rock formation with 2 depressions like eye sockets created by erosion.
Castle Rock State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,837 reviews
Park offering 34 miles of hiking & horseback riding trails among redwoods & other regional trees.
Ralph B Clark Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,696 reviews
Sprawling park covering more than 100 acres includes a softball complex & plenty of open fields.
Wilder Ranch State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,618 reviews
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding.
Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,376 reviews
Mountain backcountry with wilderness areas, state parks & trails for hiking & horse-riding.
Spring Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,349 reviews
Sizable park featuring a campground, swimming lagoon & lake plus 9.7 miles of multi-use trails.
Chino Hills State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,378 reviews
State park offers biking, picnicking & hiking, plus on-site bathrooms & water spigots.
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,272 reviews
Home to many bird species, this 135-acre park offers an interpretive center & hiking/biking trails.
Annie's Canyon Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,156 reviews
Rugged wilderness hiking paths in an ecological reserve with sweeping ocean & lagoon views.
Sunol Regional Wilderness
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,201 reviews
6,859-acre park with varied terrain & a scenic gorge for hiking, a visitor center & more.
Peters Canyon North Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,160 reviews
Popular jogging & hiking park features coastal sage scrub & grassland habitats, plus a reservoir.
Hidden Valley Nature Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,080 reviews
Scenic 1-mi. hiking loop with huge rock formations to climb & views of Joshua trees & desert areas.
Lacy Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,116 reviews
Dog-friendly public expanse featuring 2 walking loops, 6 tennis courts & a decades-old rose arbor.
Lafayette Reservoir Recreation
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,994 reviews
Sizable park featuring a reservoir, hiking trails & activities such as fishing & boating.
Almaden Quicksilver County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,932 reviews
County park with a history of mining offers hiking, biking & equestrian trails amid wildflowers.
Coachella Valley Preserve - Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,941 reviews
Nature reserve around a palm-filled oasis offering picnics & hikes in a desert wilderness setting.
Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,842 reviews
Mountainside area with tall trees, offering canyon hikes, biking trails & horse-riding paths.
Trail of 100 Giants
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,755 reviews
Rest & parking area linking to a path through a dramatic woodland of famously tall sequoia trees.
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,768 reviews
Vast park with interconnecting trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding amid mountain vistas.
Claremont Hills Wilderness Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,641 reviews
This winding trail for hiking & mountain biking provides moderate elevation & dramatic views.
Tilden Nature Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,604 reviews
Nature preserve featuring easy & challenging hiking trails with scenic views & wildlife sightings.
Santa Teresa County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,670 reviews
Diverse county park with a variety of hiking trails providing views of the numerous hills & valleys.
Chabot Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,612 reviews
Leafy nature area with a big lake, hiking trails & a disc golf course, popular for fishing & biking.
Mission Peak Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,566 reviews
Open space featuring a steep hiking trail with sweeping valley & bay views from the summit.
O'Melveny Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,546 reviews
This park, the second largest in Los Angeles, offers picnicking & trails for hikers & bikers.
Etiwanda Falls Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,584 reviews
Waterfall, rock and trail area, with a peaceful ambience, a creek and views of the city.
Woodward Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,576 reviews
Park with paths through lakeside & Japanese gardens, plus barbecue pits, a dog park & a playground.
Laguna Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,575 reviews
In addition to lake fishing, this 28.5-acre park offers trails, picnic areas & an equestrian center.
Alameda Creek Regional Trail - Isherwood Staging Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,572 reviews
Trails running along either side of Alameda Creek, used for running, biking & horseback riding.
Will Rogers State Historic Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,536 reviews
Once Will Rogers' ranch, this park features trails set in the canyon with views of LA & the ocean.
Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,529 reviews
Large park featuring native plants, picnic areas & hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Turnbull Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,558 reviews
Former landfill site, closed in 2013 & now landscaped, offering hiking through the Puente Hills.
Garin Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,483 reviews
This natural area with hills, fields & streams houses a seasonal visitor center on ranching history.
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,415 reviews
The site of an ancient volcano, this park offers self-guided tours & features many hiking trails.
Mount Tamalpais East Peak
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,341 reviews
Quarter-mi. trail with dramatic valley views, plus picnic tables, restrooms & drinking fountains.
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,387 reviews
467 acres of woodlands & grasslands known for its hiking, wildflowers, bird-watching & scenic views.
Temescal Regional Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,391 reviews
Urban, lakeside retreat offering swim & picnic areas, a fishing dock, trails & playgrounds.
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,409 reviews
101-acre park featuring a lagoon with swimming & fishing, plus wildlife & waterfront trails.
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,266 reviews
Spacious park offering miles of multi-use trails plus a children's playground & picnicking areas.
Buddy Todd Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,270 reviews
Shady outdoor park featuring a children's playground & a covered picnic area with grills & outlets.
Daley Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,242 reviews
Conservation area featuring 20+ miles of trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus views.
Skyline Wilderness Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,263 reviews
Wilderness park offering hiking, biking & equestrian trails, camp sites & a native plant garden.
Los Leones Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,185 reviews
Starting point with parking for a canyon hiking trail across chaparral grassland for Pacific views.
Devil's Punchbowl Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,130 reviews
Park with 300-ft.-deep canyon off the San Gabriel mountains offers hiking, picnics & Nature Center.
San Dimas Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,174 reviews
Hiking trails through oaks, pines & foothills plus an enclosed sanctuary with rescued area wildlife.
Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,146 reviews
Scenic spread on 739 acres with rolling views & trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
Wisdom Tree
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,108 reviews
A steep, short hike leads to this unique, lone-standing tree & sweeping views of Los Angeles.
Salt Point State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,105 reviews
Scenic, rocky coastline featuring panoramic views, hiking trails & secluded coves, plus campgrounds.
Solstice Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,120 reviews
Canyon offering trails of varying difficulty, plus picnicking, a waterfall, wildlife & dog walking.
Peck Road Water Conservation Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,195 reviews
This 5-acre green space on Mungi Lake has fishing & picnic areas, plus trails for biking & walking.
Picchetti Ranch
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,107 reviews
308-acre park offering 3.7 miles of trails amid orchards & woodlands, a winery & weekly activities.
Fullerton Loop - MTB & Hiking Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,096 reviews
Beginning & mid-level cyclists frequent this city recreation area composed of trails & streets.
Arcata Community Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,073 reviews
Peaceful regional park known for its expansive trail network, soaring redwoods & bucolic landscape.
Indian Canyons
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,134 reviews
This group of canyons has trails for hiking & horseback riding, plus picnic areas & a gift shop.
Pearson-Arastradero Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,106 reviews
Dog-friendly open space with an interpretive center, plus marked hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Wunderlich County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,056 reviews
Park with redwood trees, open meadows & biking/hiking trails, plus stables for horseback riding.
Elysian Park Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,048 reviews
Easy-going hiking & cycling trail in a pretty neighborhood park with mature trees & open spaces.
Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,045 reviews
Trailhead leading to 15 miles of multi-use nature trails for hiking, running or cycling.
Pismo Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,021 reviews
900-acre nature preserve open to the public for docent-led hikes, runs, bike rides & horse rides.
Andreas Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 985 reviews
Featuring palm trees and a stream, this hiking area offers picnic tables and a restroom.
Palm Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 973 reviews
Nature preserve featuring a canyon, palm trees, and pools, plus picnic areas.
Toro Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 975 reviews
Peaceful 4,756-acre park offering riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds & volleyball courts.
Roberts Regional Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 940 reviews
An 82-acre park in a stand of second-growth redwoods, popular for picnics & recreational sports.
San Bruno Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 959 reviews
Mountain recreation space featuring city & bay views, hiking trails, picnic areas & open meadows.
Switzer Falls Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 958 reviews
Popular path through a national forest & ruined wilderness resort to a waterfall at a a deep gorge.
Quail Hill Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 974 reviews
Leashed pets are allowed on this popular loop trail for hiking, jogging & biking with city views.
Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 958 reviews
Dog-friendly preserve offering 366 acres of open space, with hiking trails through canyons & ridges.
Tahquitz Canyon
4.5 ★★★★★ 956 reviews
Canyon with a waterfall, rock art, plants & wildlife, along with a visitor center.
Rockville Hills Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 926 reviews
Area with volcanic-rock hills & a grass valley for nature-watching hikes, bike rides & scenic views.
Lodi Lake Wilderness Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 905 reviews
Nature-filled area and preserve featuring a trail for walking and biking alongside a lake for swimming and boating.
Oroville Wildlife Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 937 reviews
Nature preserve with ponds & river access, plus fishing, canoeing & hunting opportunities.
El Moro Elfin Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 871 reviews
90-acre natural area with prehistoric sand dunes, rare plants & birds, plus benches & a boardwalk.
Garland Ranch Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 851 reviews
Rustic, dog-friendly park offering extensive hiking trails through woodlands, canyons & chaparral.
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 868 reviews
Wild 700-acre canyon habitat for myriad flora & fauna, with hiking trails & guided tours.
Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 866 reviews
Expansive park featuring trails, a creek, gardens & farm animals, plus a seasonal barn center.
Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 850 reviews
Wooded area with trails for strolling, a picnic area and a collection of native trees.
Lakeshore Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 861 reviews
Spacious park surrounding a lake, featuring walking trails & fishing.
Crystal Cove State Park Tunnel
4.8 ★★★★★ 813 reviews
Hike-in beach in the Crystal Cove State Park featuring a tunnel access route.
Cap Rock
4.8 ★★★★★ 801 reviews
Short trail through desert scrub dotted with Joshua & juniper trees, plus huge monzogranite rocks.
Reuben Ingold Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 773 reviews
Rubberized, cushioned and paved loop trail in a hilltop park with workout machines.
Henry W. Coe State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 800 reviews
Sprawling over more than 87,000 acres of wild space, this park features canyons & mountain lions.
North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 755 reviews
This scenic, expansive basalt mesa features opportunities for nature viewing, hunting & hiking.
Black Mountain Open Space Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 762 reviews
2,352 acres of hills, ridges & canyons. Hike or bike to a central peak offering a 360-degree view.
Stulsaft Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 744 reviews
A 42-acre park featuring wooded trails as well as a playground, summer water feature & picnic area.
Peters Canyon South Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Popular canyon habitat encompassing a lake and a network of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
San Elijo Lagoon and Ecological Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 736 reviews
Nature reserve with 7 miles of trails plus a visitor center with exhibits overlooking the lagoon.
Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline
4.4 ★★★★☆ 774 reviews
Waterfront park near the airport offers birdwatching, picnic areas, a loop trail & wide bay vistas.
Ulistac Natural Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 755 reviews
Rustic riverside park boasting trails, bird-watching & a range of native plants on 40 acres.
Helen Putnam Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 716 reviews
Rustic area featuring several steep hiking trails, some leading to a pond, plus wildlife viewing.
North Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 713 reviews
Relaxing park where families enjoy the playground and tranquil lake.
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 708 reviews
Quiet spot for picnics & other gatherings, with a rustic cottage, hiking trails & fragrant trees.
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 679 reviews
Popular beach destination with a network of easy to challenging trails, plus views from the cliffs.
Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 705 reviews
This loop trail in a natural setting has a parking lot & access to the Arroyo San Miguel trail.
Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 684 reviews
Popular, paved hiking trail featuring views of the bay, Foothills Park, and Stanford University.
Buena Vista Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 682 reviews
Large park offering a tranquil duck pond, ball fields, a hiking trail & other features.
Powder Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 694 reviews
This expansive natural area features chaparral hills & trails for hiking & horseback riding.
Blain Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 755 reviews
Park featuring open fields, a playground, a walking path & reservable arbors with grills.
La Mirada Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 673 reviews
Family-friendly grounds featuring walking trails, creeks and an equestrian center.
Forrest E. Hull Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 678 reviews
City park featuring a playground, picnic tables, and plenty of grassy space for dogs.
Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa
4.8 ★★★★★ 612 reviews
Scenic park with hiking, biking & horseback riding trails plus an American Indian cultural center.
Monte Bello Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 624 reviews
Large area with views of Santa Clara Valley & trails, including one for biking & horseback riding.
Higginbotham Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 593 reviews
Park featuring a jungle gym shaped like a train and climbing rocks, plus a sandbox and green space.
Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 630 reviews
Natural creek-fed hot spring site featuring multiple levels, temperatures and pools, with trails providing access.
Murphy Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 598 reviews
Peaceful, family-friendly hiking park featuring wide trails and mountain views, plus picnic areas.
Hidden Lake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 646 reviews
Picturesque destination with a relaxing vibe featuring a lake with ducks & turtles.
Skyline Gate Staging Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 576 reviews
Carpark & gateway to a protected area spanning over 1000 acres of redwood forest & grassland.
Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 550 reviews
This 241-acre wooded preserve features a self-guided, botanic interpretive trail & restrooms.
The Bump And Grind
4.7 ★★★★★ 548 reviews
Popular, narrow hiking trail up a steep hillside offering scenic views of the valley.
Lake Calavera Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 540 reviews
Network of volcano, lake, hill and mountain trails that attract hikers and mountain bikers.
Shollenberger Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 551 reviews
This park with 165 acres of wetlands offers paths for walking & cycling, plus a fishing pier.
Day Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 552 reviews
Picnic areas, playgrounds, tennis courts & softball fields, plus green space for soccer & football.
Jacks Peak Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 540 reviews
Hiking & horseback trails wind 8+ miles through a Monterey pine forest to a peak with vista views.
Belgatos Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 533 reviews
This 17-acre park features hiking, biking & horseback riding trails, plus a playground & restrooms.
Wetlands Edge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 509 reviews
Level area for bird watching, dog walks and bike rides, along with a gym for outdoor exercise.
Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 496 reviews
208-acre preserve with hiking & equestrian trails, plus views of nearby cities & San Francisco Bay.
El Dorado Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 550 reviews
Playground with sport courts & fields, a jogging path & multiple picnic areas for get-togethers.
Piedras Pintadas Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 513 reviews
Mostly flat, kid-friendly hiking area with a stone/gravel trailhead and some hills.
Serrano Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 511 reviews
This long, tree-filled park features a playground & a shelter, plus walking paths & restrooms.
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline
4.6 ★★★★★ 509 reviews
Spacious park along the water featuring nature trails & opportunities for bird & animal viewing.
South Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 492 reviews
A playground, picnic tables & plenty of open green space are available at this community park.
Sweeney Ridge Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 490 reviews
Multi-use trails draw visitors to where San Francisco Bay was first discovered by Europeans.
Elkhorn Slough Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 475 reviews
Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails.
Split Rock Loop Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 461 reviews
Gentle 2-mile circuit in a boulder field with picturesque rock formations & colorful desert plants.
Sequoia Bayview Trail Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 467 reviews
This flat, shaded trail through Sequoias with glimpses of the bay draws hikers & mountain bikers.
Towsley Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 463 reviews
Peaceful local park with a charming creek known for its hiking trails, gorge & scenic views.
Steep Canyon Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 462 reviews
Looping hiking route featuring steep slopes and views of the surrounding hills.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 442 reviews
Trails loop through a fern forest & 5 separate unlogged groves of 2 distinct redwood species.
Fryman Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 447 reviews
This smaller, urban forested area features shaded hiking paths & dramatic city views.
Chumash Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 436 reviews
Steep summit trail with ocean views, inclines and a flag, featuring a moderate pace in some parts.
Mountain View Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 452 reviews
City recreational site with a playground, tennis courts, a walking trail, picnic tables & restrooms.
Pogonip Open Space
4.5 ★★★★★ 462 reviews
Scenic open space offering a hiking & biking trail network amid redwood & oak forests & slopes.
St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 433 reviews
This 270-acre site welcomes dogs & provides challenging trails for hikers, bikers & equestrians.
Potato Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 422 reviews
Hiking area with scenic views, oak trees, and a peaceful atmosphere.
Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 430 reviews
Varied landscape including 11 miles of trails, lake, meadows & ridge views in a 2,143-acre preserve.
Sweetwater River Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 434 reviews
Hiking & biking route in the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge crossing bridges & scrubby terrain.
Crystal Cove Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 413 reviews
Scenic backcountry area of Crystal Cove State Park offering 18 miles & 2,400 acres of trails.
Round Valley Regional Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 423 reviews
Once home to Native Americans, this 1,911-acre wildlife habitat offers camping, hiking & cycling.
Olompali State Historic Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 442 reviews
This tranquil former Coast Miwok village offers hiking & equestrian trails & a picnic area.
Fortynine Palms Oasis
4.8 ★★★★★ 405 reviews
Challenging 3-mile round-trip desert path up & over a steep ridge to a scenic oasis with fan palms.
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 405 reviews
Park featuring river views along with trails for riding and hiking (some steep or easy).
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 406 reviews
7,000-acre park with many trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus a nature center.
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Hike Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 394 reviews
Trail and stair-focused hiking path with city views, a park, and a visitor center at the summit.
Lake Los Carneros Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 401 reviews
Calm trail-filled park featuring a pretty lake, for bird watching and biking, plus hiking paths.
Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 400 reviews
Water conservation-themed park with walking trails, wildlife stations & an interpretive center.
Etiwanda Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 394 reviews
Casual-paced, out-and-back trail featuring wildflowers, rocks, creeks and waterfalls.
Canyon View Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
12-acre park with big grassy areas, a sand-covered playground & path overlooking the canyon.
South Buena Vista Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Kid-friendly park with playgrounds and paths for walking dogs off-leash.
Corral Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 395 reviews
This tranquil 100-acre park with abundant wildlife is popular with hikers & offers picnic areas.
Lovers’ Lane at the Presidio
4.7 ★★★★★ 385 reviews
Quiet, tree-lined hike-friendly walkway often called Lover's Lane for its romantic appeal.
Claremont Wilderness Park, 5 Mile Loop Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 372 reviews
Popular 5-mile hike and mountain bike circuit featuring views, a climb and loops.
Johnson Ranch Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 363 reviews
Well-known option for hiking & mountain biking, with a variety of trails & scenic views.
Lincoln Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 381 reviews
Neighborhood park with a playground, picnic tables, and a dirt track, plus restrooms.
Niles Staging Area | Alameda Creek
4.4 ★★★★☆ 379 reviews
Creek views and serene park featuring picnic tables, barbecue grills, a running and biking trail, and a train depot.
Waterdog Lake & Open Space
4.5 ★★★★★ 366 reviews
This hilly green park surrounding a small lake has trails of varying lengths, some of them steep.
Sabercat Creek Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Calm trail featuring hiking, jogging and dog walking opportunities.
Wildwood Canyon State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 340 reviews
Hiking, biking & equestrian trails wind through 900 acres of Native American & historic ranch lands.
Crockett Hills Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 352 reviews
Former ranchland, with picnicking & multiuse trails along grassy fields, ravines & shoreline.
Dominguez Gap Wetlands
4.4 ★★★★☆ 359 reviews
Urban escape along the LA River with trails for hiking, biking, bird-watching & horseback riding.
El Moro Canyon Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 336 reviews
Network of trails, most graded for easy to moderate difficulty, for hiking or biking.
Bluff Trail Montana De Oro
4.9 ★★★★★ 317 reviews
Relaxed coastal area featuring a beach and a hiking trail for wildlife enthusiasts.
Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 321 reviews
Large expanse of 4,700 acres offering hiking, horse & bike trails with mountain views, plus camping.
Beaudry Loop Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Loop trail for hiking with scenic views that is appropriate for all skill levels.
Dry Creek Staging Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Public park featuring trails and hills, some of which are suitable for off-leash dogs.
Willow Springs Park - Long Beach
4.4 ★★★★☆ 338 reviews
Park featuring a lookout point offering city views and trails.
Long Ridge Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 310 reviews
Lush, hilly park with multiple hiking & biking opportunities along with long-distance views.
Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 315 reviews
Preserved wetlands featuring native plants & wildlife, guided tours & a center with nature exhibits.
Sibley Staging Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 302 reviews
Scenic destination for walking and hiking trails, plus picnic tables.
Pacific Ridge Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 294 reviews
Scouting area for hikers and mountain bikers, offering various routes, including many with ocean views and shaded canyons.
Pacheco State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 312 reviews
A horse & cattle ranch since 1843, this park features scenic vistas, wildlife & 28 miles of trails.
Palm Desert Cross Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 289 reviews
Illuminated cross mounted on top of a hill, popular for moderate desert hikes with scenic views.
Leona Heights Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 300 reviews
Park featuring a hiking trail with waterfalls and scenic views of Oakland.
Eden Landing Ecological Reserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 299 reviews
Nature preserve featuring 6,400 acres of salt ponds & marshland, lots of birds & paths for hiking.
San Timoteo Nature Sanctuary
4.5 ★★★★★ 299 reviews
200-acre park with hiking, biking & horseback riding trails through riparian & chaparral landscapes.
Mission Trails Clairemont Mesa Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Recreational area offering hiking and mountain biking trails, plus a horse riding path.
Margaret Azevedo Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 289 reviews
Community recreation facility offering sports facilities, a playground & restrooms.
Summitridge Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Community park providing open grassy lawns, picnic space & a hillside hiking trail with city views.
Marshall Canyon Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 273 reviews
Wooded trails for mountain biking and hiking, plus horseback riding.
Will Abell Memorial Trail at Arrowhead Ridge
4.6 ★★★★★ 277 reviews
Shaded hiking area featuring views of Lake Arrowhead and peaceful surroundings.
El Prieto Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 266 reviews
Popular hiking area with multiple trails and benches, plus wildlife and water crossings.
Sheep Hills Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 273 reviews
Park featuring sports facilities, a playground, picnic tables, and trails.
Fall Creek Unit | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 255 reviews
Shady forest park featuring hiking trails, a creek and a stream.
Three Bridges Oak Preserve Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 259 reviews
Kid-friendly trail offering scenic views as well as wildflower and oak sightings.
Monkey Face View | Upper Bidwell Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 248 reviews
Hiking area with a creek and kid-friendly routes offering views of Chico.
Castleridge Trailhead -- Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 254 reviews
Uphill hiking trail featuring views of the surrounding area, along with a lush landscape.
Vista Point
4.8 ★★★★★ 240 reviews
Park featuring paved paths and scenic vistas along the Back Bay, plus wild birds.
Frog Pond Wetland Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 253 reviews
Nature preserve featuring a seasonal pond that attracts a diverse array of birds and ducks, with hiking trails and benches.
Lake Herman Recreation Area
4.4 ★★★★☆ 254 reviews
Lake with a beach that people visit for fishing and picnics, plus a trailhead to Benicia Community Park.
Rhus Ridge Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 245 reviews
Black mountain known for its vistas, with steep climbs and trails for hiking and jogging.
Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
Nature park with easy to moderate hiking trails through scenic grasslands & wetlands.
Bishop Ranch Open Space Regional Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
Park featuring numerous hiking trails is home to deer, red-tailed hawks & turkey vultures.
Palos Verdes Coastline Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 212 reviews
Hiking trail winding through cliffs for sweeping ocean views and tide pools, plus a free parking lot.
Sonoma Overlook Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
This 3-mi. hiking trail though meadows & grasslands offers views of Sonoma Valley.
Gum Grove Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 234 reviews
City park along the edge of Los Cerritos Wetlands with eucalyptus trees, trails & picnic tables.
Bernal Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
Well-maintained park featuring play areas, picnic tables, baseball fields and more.
South Lykken Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 211 reviews
Scenic hiking site featuring steep and rocky paths, along with panoramic city views.
Sacramento River Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 211 reviews
Park offering kid-friendly hikes, sunset views, and a sundial bridge.
High Meadow Vista Point
4.7 ★★★★★ 210 reviews
Scenic hilltop overlooking the South Bay and San Jose with loop trails, deer and a petting zoo.
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail 3E07
4.7 ★★★★★ 210 reviews
Easy, scenic 2.6-mi. trail in the San Jacinto Wilderness featuring stream crossings, wildflowers, and mountain views.
Lake Murray Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 204 reviews
Kid-friendly destination featuring a lake and waterside trails for walking and fishing.
Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 217 reviews
Ranger-led & self-guided hikes through a 544-acre wildlife sanctuary, plus bike & horse trails.
Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
Preserved oasis in the desert featuring a natural spring, walking trails, and abundant palm trees.
Los Trancos
4.6 ★★★★★ 211 reviews
Mountainside preserve featuring interpretive hiking trails amid a picturesque woodland landscape.
La Sierra Drive Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 207 reviews
Relaxed, 2-mile loop trail with wildflower views and lush green space that's open to hikers, runners and cyclists.
Bishop Peak & Felsman Loop Trailhead Patricia Street Entrance
4.7 ★★★★★ 201 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area offering moderate trails.
Santa Margarita County Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 205 reviews
Popular nature preserve with trails for hiking, wading and mountain biking.
Crockett Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 209 reviews
Recreation area featuring a playground, a tennis court and a basketball court.
Chino Hills State Park - Chino Hills Entrance
4.8 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Nature park featuring rolling hills, wildflowers, campgrounds, picnic grounds, and hiking trails.
Crocker Gate Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Paved and dirt hiking trails with city and bay views.
Oasis Of Mara Nature Trail Trailhead
4.1 ★★★★☆ 223 reviews
Spring-fed oasis & nature trail in desert terrain, the historic site of Indian & other settlement.
Buena Vista Park Loop Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 193 reviews
Dog-friendly, family-friendly park featuring a pond and multiple trails for hikers, bikers and dog-walkers.
Indio Hills Badlands Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 197 reviews
Challenging, scenic trail network featuring hilly terrain, a loop option and views from the summit.
Eagle Rock
4.7 ★★★★★ 187 reviews
Popular park featuring a hiking trail with scenic views of San Jose.
Boccardo Loop Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
Open to hikers, bikers & equestrians, the 2.7-mile stretch passes though grasslands & oak woodlands.
Quarry Road Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
Easy hiking trails following a waterway lead to quarry walls, waterfalls and old mines.
Sunset Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
Laid-back, family-friendly spot for soccer and football featuring a playground, a pond and picnic areas.
The Eagle Rock Canyon Trail - trail head
4.1 ★★★★☆ 213 reviews
Hiking area that's also known for its rock-climbing opportunities.
Bommer Canyon Nature Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 185 reviews
Hiking, running, and mountain biking are popular at this park featuring scenic trails.
Rainbow Basin Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Badlands area with multi-colored rock formations, deep canyons & campgrounds near hiking trails.
Hi-View Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 178 reviews
A 1.3-mi loop through Joshua, pinyon pine & juniper trees, with a lookout offering mountain views.
Happy Camp Canyon Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 185 reviews
This scenic grassland & forest habitat features trails for hiking, biking & equestrian use.
Echo Sunset Prieto Trail Loop
4.7 ★★★★★ 179 reviews
Hiking area with kid-friendly trails and opportunities for mountain biking.
Philosopher's Way Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 175 reviews
2.7-mi. forest trail featuring 14 stone markers with artwork, quotes & educational information.
Ring Mountain Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 169 reviews
Scenic mountaintop area offering sweeping vistas of the bay.
Duck Pond
4.6 ★★★★★ 171 reviews
Relaxing park featuring a playground, picnic tables and exercise equipment.
Hidden Villa Hiking Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Relaxed farm featuring hikes and an educational garden, plus kid-friendly trails.
Mills Canyon Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 171 reviews
Public park featuring an unpaved hiking trail loop through forestland with a creek.
Gaviota Peak Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 171 reviews
Hiking area with a trail featuring hot springs, ocean views, and the option for an out-and-back or loop hike.
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