On your visit to
California, make sure you spend some time
California hiking. You can hike on the shore, in the backcountry, in the mountains, in the desert, and much more. Even in the big metropolitan areas, you can find little pieces of wilderness, if you know where to look.
The
Sierra Nevada Mountains are one of the most popular hiking destinations, and so are the major national parks, like
Yosemite. Hiking choices in these areas are countless, and you can hike into the backcountry, even on the busiest summer weekend, and not see another soul on the trails.
Along the coast, there are many campgrounds and beaches that offer hiking on bluffs, along the water, and though lagoons and other coastal wetlands. Inland, you can hike in
Palm Springs and the desert, or head to the
Central Valley for some leisurely hikes through forest and foothills.
California hiking can be rugged, serene, or adventurous, but there's one thing for sure. You can find any kind of hike you're looking for in
California!
