Took the sunline bus to the visitors center but found it was a 3.7 mile hike to the tram. ( to visit a vehicle is needed ) Got a lift from an elderly couple to the parking lots and walked up the steep parking lot and some stairs to the departure building. the fare is reasonable and the tram leaves every 10 minutes. The floor rotates as you rise and the rugged mountain scenery takes your breath away. At the top landing the temperature was just at freezing level so a warm sweater is an asset. The views of the valley below were spectacular as you are 8600 feet up. The café was closed but the restaurant was first class but very reasonable with panoramic views of the mountain. When I got into the gondola for the trip down I had a bit of vertigo looking down at the bottom landing so steep and far below. The whole ride was truly a great adventure and should definitely be tried if you are in the area.See more..
4.5Alabama Hills(759 reviews) - This is Earth? Mountains
Located near Lone Pine, these hills form the gateway to Mount Whitney, and are a favorite location for movies and television.See more..
4.5Cold Spring Tavern(598 reviews) - Make a point of stopping here! Friday: 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM Mountains
A popular mountain for hiking outside of Santa Barbara.See more..
4.5Mount Lassen(507 reviews) - Short visit to Lassen National Park Mountains • Volcanos
This mountain is a beautifully rewarding hike for the novice.See more..
Mt Shasta is one of the 7 holy mountains of the world. 26000 came to visit it last year. It has a power CC and presence that is exceptional and palpable. Indigenous peoples have called it the center of our universe. There’s much to see. Worth a visit.See more..
5.0Mount Tamalpais State Park(447 reviews) - Beautiful Day trip in January State Parks • Mountains • National Parks
Beautiful state park north of San Francisco.See more..
4.5Santa Monica Mountains(287 reviews) - Beautiful!! Mountains • National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
4.5Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness(196 reviews) - Take only photos; leave only foot steps. Leave no trace. Stop movement. Inhale. Release. State Parks • Mountains
This 13,000-acre park offers over 50 miles of trails in the mountains soaring above the Sonora desert.See more..
Spectacularly rugged Death Valley mountains.See more..
4.5Castle Lake(98 reviews) - Pristine Lake to swim and boat Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Mountains • Hiking Trails
Have come to this local lake to swim, canoe and picnic and take the trail up 2 miles to Heart lake many times. I never get tired of the beautiful environment. Would highly recommend. May camp next time. It is pristine and picture perfect. There are snakes but they avoid you. Very clean to swim and canoe in. Great trail two miles up to Heart Lake.See more..
4.5Grizzly Peak(88 reviews) - Great Scenic Drive! Mountains
Grizzly Peak is a summit in Berkeley Hills which one crosses while driving in or out of the city. It is close to the Tilden Regional Park and provides a beautiful view of the nature in and around. It is a great place to drive, trek/hike or cycle enjoying the scenic view. We enjoy our drive through the Peak whenever we visit Berkeley and take photos of the unique view it provides of the Golden Gate Bridge and the surrounding Bay Area.See more..
4.5Daffodil Hill(86 reviews) - It just could not survive the hordes of entitled patrons Mountains • Gardens
I managed to see this place for the first time in 2018 during it's last year of operation. Here is what I saw. People having picnics, painting easels and photographers in restricted areas. There were lovely little signs that kindly asked visitors to stay on the path and instead people walked into the groves wherever they wanted. Worst of all I saw trampled flowers and trash. This beautiful area rightly closed - the evidence as to why was apparent within Daffodil Hill itself but also outside of it's fences. Traffic seemed to have tripled as I emerged from the property. A frazzled and defeated looking old man struggled to direct traffic while two minivan drivers argued over a parking spot. This precious area with it's two lane road could visibly no longer endure the traffic or the entitlement of it's patrons. Thank goodness she closed before the pandemic and the height of the meme/influencer stage., It surely would have been destroyed beyond recoverySee more..
5.0Lakes Basin(66 reviews) - Great views of mountain lakes Bodies of Water • Mountains
We hiked to Bear Lake, Little Bear Lake, Cub Lake, and Long Lake. A nice loop to see them all. Not that long, a little strenuous if you are old like me, and are dealing with chemo treatments. But we loved it, and highly recommend the hikeSee more..
4.5Mount Umunhum(44 reviews) - Tourists and locals must visit Spent 2-3 hours Mountains
Awesome trail. absolutely nothing challenging. slight gradient and wide well-groomed trail all the way up. perhaps rated moderate simply for the length? This trail is a geologic wonderland. And once you get to the top, there is so much awesome cold war history. 98% of this hike is under tree cover of some sort. the summit exposed. the trail redirects at the summit parking lot to a brand new staircase. I only saw two bicycles and they were very slow. Sketchy mobile phone service most of the way up the trail. nice bathrooms at the trailhead and at the summit. See more..
4.5Sierra National Forest(41 reviews) - Free camping in California Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests
I recently discovered 2 free campgrounds in the Sierra National Forest, about a 2 hour drive from Fresno, Ca. One is Clover Meadow campground, the other is Granite Creek campground. Both are at the end of a scenic highway, off the Gps, no cell or Internet. And, although they are free, there is almost no one here. Lower Granite creek campground has a beautiful creek running along the campsites, and Clover Meadow has a tap into an underground spring, the most delicious free water you will ever drink!See more..
San Bruno Mountain, with 3,300 acres of undeveloped space, is the largest urban open space in the United States.See more..
4.5Sutter Buttes(28 reviews) - Smallest Mountain range in the world !!! Mountains
The World's Smallest Mountain range. Both the town and the buttes are named for John Sutter, who received a large land grant in the area from the Mexican government in 1839. You can drive around the entire Buttes the trip takes just over a hour but take your time and enjoy the drive plus there are lots of other places to stop and check out like the town of Sutter and Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. Enjoy your drive !!!See more..
5.0Lassen Volcanic National Park(23 reviews) - Great national park with lots to see and do Mountains • National Parks • Volcanos
This is a terrific park with many different landscapes and features. There are a few sights that are right off the main highway, like Sulphur Works, but you'll have to do at least a little walking/hiking to really experience the park. The hike to Lassen Peak is rather challenging but well worth it. At the summit you can find panoramic views as well as the youngest rocks in California, dating back to its eruption in 1915. The easy walk around Manzanita Lake also has pretty scenery and plenty of tranquility. The main visitor center has great displays on the geothermal history of the area, and Manzanita Lake has a small cafe, a store, and other basic amenities. Overall, one of the great, but overlooked, parks of California.See more..
5.0Trinity Alps(20 reviews) - beautiful country Mountains
Views of the mountains are wonderful. Many places for drives, hikes, etc. There's not much for us to dislike in Trinity County!! See more..
4.5Ghost Mountain(13 reviews) - An Extraordinary Hike To A Unique Destination! Mountains • Mysterious Sites
Mysterious desert mountain located in Anza Borrego State Park.See more..
It is not very popular point in Joshua Tree NP but views from the peak are stunning. We were there on Wed. afternoon and were completely alone. You need to take La Contenta , then take connector road to Covingtons flat and final Eureka rd. All roads are sand roads but passable be regular car except time after strong rains. You can combine driving with hiking , hiking trail goes through Eureka peak.See more..
4.0Cobb Mountain(9 reviews) - The best kept secret getaway Mountains I have lived in Cobb for 28years. It is a beautiful mountain village located just 25 minutes north of Calistoga California, which is the northern tip of the Napa Valley wine region.If you are the outdoor type there is Boggs sate forest with excellent hiking and biking trails, There is Boggs lake reserve for hikes and wildlife watching, there are cute cabins for rent, campgrounds at Pine Grove Resort and other areas.If you are a Bass fisherman , Clear lake is famous for that and just a few miles away. So, if you are planning a trip to wine country and would prefer not to pay Napa Valley prices for lodging, or you are looking for an inexpensive getaway, consider Cobb Mountain California. 2hrs North of San Francisco, 2hrs west of Sacramento.See more..
5.0Santa Rosa Mountains(8 reviews) - Have someone pick you up at Lake Cahilla because both ways are a little too strenuous for senior citizens. Mountains
This mountain range provides for the unique experience of desert hiking and camping.See more..
4.5South Butte(5 reviews) - Geologist had to have fun checking this place out Mountains
Rising steeply from the flat land around it, South Butte is worth a look.See more..
5.0Mount Gleason(4 reviews) - Most people have to hike to the top of Mount Gleason Mountains Most people have to hike to the top of Mount Gleason. Long hike. Plan to carry food and plenty of water. The views are great. Watch for rattlesnakes and deer.See more..
We did an overnight in tents. Great place to learn the ropes of back packing. Good hike with opportunties for challenging rick scrambling or just doing a short hike,See more..
3.0Loon Lake(3 reviews) - Perfect camping area Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Waterfalls
Great to be OFF GRID, very little cell service in the area. Plenty of camping selections around the lake. New sites being developed on the northern shore.See more..
4.5El Capitan Preserve(3 reviews) - The Test Spent More than 3 hours State Parks • Mountains • Hiking Trails
So, you are an experience hiker? Here is your test. About 13 miles or so, up and down to get to the summit and yes up and down back to your car. Bring plenty of water and some high energy snacks. Tough hike for sure.... but gorgeous.See more..
4.5Carpenter Hill(3 reviews) - Great view of the city! Mountains
At 828 feet, Carpenter Hill is the lowest high point of any county in California.See more..
4.0Freel Peak(2 reviews) - Highest Peak in Tahoe Mountains
At 10,881-feet, Freel is the tallest mountain near Lake Tahoe.See more..
4.0McGinty Mountain Trailhead(2 reviews) - Great Day Hike with Panoramic Views Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
This is a moderate hike and when you reach the summit you won't be disappointed! The view is incredible! On one side you can see downtown San Diego, Point Loma and the Coronado Bridge. In the opposite direction it's all desert. You can feel a million miles away from the city when you are actually quite close.See more..
4.5Boundary Peak(2 reviews) - A bit of a biased review Spent More than 3 hours Mountains
Since I was born here, this review is kind of biased. I had to go to a family affair and took my partner to see where I was born. (The actual hospital I was born in.) it’s all creepy now because it’s been closed for years, and reportedly haunted! We went to the Catholic cemetery that I never knew existed, and learned history that I didn’t know about too.See more..
5.0Whale Peak(2 reviews) - Looks like red Ayers Rock in Australia Mountains
At 5,349 feet, this is one of the highest in the Anza-Borrego State Park.See more..
5.0Devil's Bathtub(1 review) - Crazy Gorgeous Bodies of Water • Mountains • Hiking Trails Fantastic hike to a gorgeous lake tucked up in the mountains! Pretty flat and moderate at the start while the last 3/4 mile or so is much steeper. Just take your time, it's worth it. Plan to spend some time relaxing and snacking and taking pictures at the lake - it's so pretty up there! We saw 2 bears in the woods on the return trip.See more..
5.0Granite Mountain(1 review) - If You Like Old Gold Mines and 4X Mountains • Deserts
Located in the southwest corner of Anza Borrego State park, this is an uncrowded mountain to hike, with plenty of abandoned mine shafts and desert to explore. Danger: beware of bats in the mine shafts.See more..
Little Blue Peak(0 review) Mountains This 3,120-footer is located in the Rocky Creek-Cache Creek Wilderness Study Area.See more..
Willow Woods Park(0 review) Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • Parks • Forests • Gardens Welcome friends and travelers to Willow Woods Park. We specialize In intimate Weddings, Elopements, and Wonderful Gatherings for your friends and family. The venue is also available for smaller events, including Garden Parties and Rehearsal Dinners. Come enjoy the essence of our Mountain.See more..
Treks and Tracks Rock Climbing Trips(0 review) Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Mountains Treks and Tracks offers beginner and more advanced courses in outdoor rock climbing. Taught by certified instructors, our classes are appropriate for any age or ability level. We pride ourselves in providing a safe environment for our clients to enjoy and connect with the natural world. Come climb with us and find out about the wonderful world of rock climbing!See more..
