Top Trails

<p><b>Whatever you’re looking for today there’s a trail for you near Sacramento.</b> <p>Near California’s capital city numerous trails access the Central Valley’s wildlife-filled wetlands and traverse riverside forests and grasslands. In the Coast Range and Sierra foothills trails lead to scenic waterfalls wildflower-studded meadows and high mountain lakes. Longtime Sacramento resident and intrepid hiker Steven L. Evans has selected the 43 must-do hikes the majority of which are within two hours of the city. Whether you’re looking for a scenic stroll a full-day adventure or even a spectacular alpine peak-bagging trip you’ll find it here. Trails range from 1 to 10 miles and from sea level to 9000 feet and each trip includes elevation profiles detailed maps driving directions and trail milestones.