A list of my favorite places to munch on a PB&J or a turkey and cheese… minus the instant gratification. In all seriousness, here are some of the best hikes in Northern California (in my humble opinion) to trek along. With or without the sandwich...
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Alpine Accelerating
Coastal Crunchin'
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Alpine Accelerating
For my mountain folk!
This is my all time favorite alpine view in Northern California. It's about a 6-7 mile hike, but it's so good I did it for my bachelorette! You'll start at the Bayview Trailhead. Along the way you'll pass amazing views of Emerald Bay, Granite Lake, a...
Maggies Peaks (2638m)
This is a fantastic area to hike along the Rubicon Trail. This waterfall is easy to access especially if you had any desire to see Vikingsholm (well worth the tour by the way)!
Eagle Falls Trailhead
Another stunning area to eat a sandwich next to! This is a shorter trail, but will still get your heart rate up. Enjoy stunning cascades or hike above the waterfalls for mountain views!
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
Climb this mountain summit with beautiful views of silver lake along the way!
Thunder Mountain Summit, California - 716 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
This one is perfect for runners! Get your miles in with a view <3.
Jenkinson Lake Loop, California - 3,827 Reviews, Map - AllTrails
Tackle this mountain for an amazing sandwich-eating destination! Along the way you can take a dip in the small alpine lakes. COLD, but worth it!
Mt. Tallac
If you're looking for a closer destination up highway 80, there are multiple trails halfway up the hill. Check out this area for some good ones!
10 Best trails and hikes in Foresthill | AllTrails
This small hike is only accessible via kayak or being dropped off by whoever you're boating on Lake Tahoe with. In the middle of Emerald Bay, it provides stunning views. And the history is even cooler. Take a tour at Vikingsholm while you're there!
Kayaking to the Fannette Island Tea House in Emerald Bay
Coastal Crunchin'
Some hikes along your beachy vacation!
One of the prettiest costal trails along the Pacific! On a sunny day this is the best hike. It's a fairly easy hike. There are some ups and downs, but overall more of a walk than anything with STUNNING views!
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - California State Parks
Come see the cute trees! This trail starts on a lovely deck and cascades through lush green forest.
