Must-See Backpacking and Hiking Destinations in California
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California Wilderness
California is home to the biggest mountains in the contiguous United States, with Mt. Whitney topping out at 14,505 feet. The Sierra Nevada is perfect for high alpine exploration, the coastal mountains offer temperate hiking year round, and the Marble Mountains and Cascades in the north offer even more glaciers, granite peaks, and lush forests for the true adventurer.
Big SEKI Loop
A complete guide to hiking the 155 mile Big SEKI Loop
High Sierra Trail
A complete guide to hiking the High Sierra Trail
6 Amazing John Muir Trail Section Hikes
6 must-see section hikes on the John Muir Trail
8 Backpacking Alternatives to the John Muir Trail
8 epic High Sierra backpacking trips
John Muir Trail
A complete guide to hiking the famous John Muir Trail