California is a hiker's paradise, with an incredible diversity of
landscapes. The nature sites are so sublime that simple descriptions
only hint at their grandeur: the magnificent, glacier-carved valley of
Yosemite; a breathtaking, mountainous coastline in Big Sur; the
majestic, snowcapped Mount Shasta.
Several of California's national parks boast record-breaking statistics.
Yosemite National Park has the longers waterfall in North
America and te tallest trees in the world are found in the Redwood
National and State Parks.
A Spectacular Hike to North America's Tallest Waterfal. Located in
Yosemite National Park, this trail provides close-up views of
Yosemite’s most spectacular waterfall, as well as panoramic vistas
of the valley floor.
Mount Shasta
One of the. It’s inspiring places to hike in California. Many
visitors come to Shasta seeking a spiritual experience in nature.
McWay Waterfall Trail
The Most Iconic Site in Big Sur. Located in Julia Pfeiffer Burns
State Park. This park stretches along the mountainous Big Sur
coastline, with its 3,000 foot ridges that drop off dramatically
into the Pacific Ocean.
Lost Coast Trail
An extreme outdoor adventure. The Pacific Ocean along the Lost
Coast has a deep turquoise hue, reminiscent of a tropical island.
During winter and early spring, it's possible to spot gray whales
on their annual migration.