This is a great hike. 2000 feet of elevation gain about 4 1/2 miles of distance round-trip. The whole hike can be done within two hours. For the physically fit, it may only take one hour to an hour and 15 minutes to get to the top. What I like about this trail is that it has good tree coverage throughout much of the trail. At the top, you rewarded with excellent views. When hiking in the summer, be careful of rattle snakes...
Read moreNot for the novice hiker, Malans is a steep but beautiful route to amazing views of the valley! It starts off at an average incline and quickly picks up to the vertical climb. Many switchbacks through pine trees keeps the air smelling fresh and you'll get views around both sides of the mountain! At the peak you'll have a great flat area to hang out at and can even continue down the trail around the back of the peak to a...
Read moreThis is a legit hike! Couple of very steep portions of the hike and a couple long switchbacks. My wife described the hike in two parts. First part was the appetizer which takes you to a nice overlook, challenging but manageable. The second part is the main course and it’s almost entirely up hill! I didn’t enjoy this part as much! Gorgeous views! Parking is decent on both sides of the street that dead-ends at...
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