The best backpacking trips in California
Lost Coast Trail
King Range Wilderness
Hike and camp along one of the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the United States.
2–3 days•year-round
Half Dome
Yosemite National Park
Ascend one of the world’s most unique rock formations, finishing with the famous Half Dome cables.
2 days•summer, fall
John Muir Trail
Yosemite National Park
Tour the Sierra Nevada from North to South, ascending increasingly tall passes to the top of Mt. Whitney.
15–21 days•summer, fall
High Sierra Trail
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Trek from the giant forest of Sequoia National Park to the top of Mt. Whitney.
5–8 days•summer, fall
Rae Lakes Loop
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
The perfect trip for whoever wants a taste of the Sierra Nevada, featuring alpine lakes and high passes.
4 days•summer, fall
Mt. Whitney
Inyo National Forest
Climb 6,000 feet to reach the summit of the tallest mountain in the lower 48 states.
2–3 days•summer, fall
Trans-Catalina Trail
Catalina Island
Off the coast of Los Angeles, hike the length of Catalina Island among wild roaming bison.
3–5 days•year-round
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