Get outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hiking trails within an
hour or so from Sacramento, California, leading you to scenic beauty.
The best way to experience Sacramento is by hiking it! Get outdoors with
hiking expert Jordan Summers. Now in full color, this popular guide
helps you locate and access the top hikes within 60 miles of Sactown. A
perfect blend of popular routes and hidden gems, the selected trails
transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical
settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body.
Enjoy the Victorian-style garden with your family at the California
State Capitol Park. Go bird-watching near the Mokelumne River on the
Lodi Lake Nature Trail. Challenge yourself along the China Gulch
Trail--a delight for wildflower lovers. Take in the beautiful views at
Hidden Falls Regional Park. With California author and outdoors
enthusiast Jordan Summers offering advice about where to hike and what
to expect when you get there, you'll learn about the area and experience
nature through 60 of Sac's best hikes!
Each hike description features key at-a-glance information on distance,
difficulty, scenery, traffic, hiking time, and more, so you can quickly
and easily learn about each trail. Detailed directions, GPS-based trail
maps, and elevation profiles help to ensure that you know where you are
and where you're going. Tips on nearby activities further enhance your
enjoyment of every outing.
So whether you're a local looking for new places to explore or a visitor
to the area, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Sacramento provides plenty of
options for a couple hours or a full day of adventure, all within about
an hour from the city.
