947 Calming Hikes by jamiegarrard
first prev 1 next lastThese hikes are peaceful. They are hikes that are a little more simple, but help lift your spirits if you're a little stressed or anxious. Take the time to enjoy yourself on these hikes.
Natural Bridges State Park / Monarch Butterfly Trail
Santa Cruz, California
2.0 miles SW of Santa Cruz, CaliforniaThis trail is perfectly tucked away from the business of Santa Cruz. Monarch butterflies, during the Winter, fly here to stay warm. As you walk through the Monarch Grove, you will see trees...
Hike Added on 12 Jul 2018 0.9 mi
Trail of the Cedars
Apgar Village, Glacier National Park
13.2 miles NE of Apgar Village, Glacier National ParkThe Trail of the Cedars is one of the most popular hikes in the park because of it offers great views without too much exertion. It is a short loop hike around Avalanche Creek in Glacier...
Hike Added on 9 Jul 2018 0.5-0.6 mi
Grizzly Peak Trail
Berkeley, California
2.1 miles NE of Berkeley, CaliforniaGrizzly Peak Trail is located near La Loma Park in the Berkeley Hills section of the city of Berkeley, California and leads to an incredible lookout of the San Francisco Bay area....
Hike, Mountain Bike Added on 18 Jun 2018 0.3 mi
Burney Falls
Burney, California
9.2 miles N of Burney, CaliforniaBurney Falls has been considered one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the state. It stands at 129 feet tall and is coated by curtains of green fern. The best part about this waterfall, for many...
Hike Added on 18 Jun 2018 0.4 mi
Glen Alpine Falls
South Lake Tahoe, California
6.6 miles SW of South Lake Tahoe, CaliforniaAs you drive up to the falls, take a look around. The views are spectacular. The drive can feel long, but the waterfall is peaceful and worth the drive. This waterfall is considered one of the...
Hike Added on 18 Jun 2018 4.0 mi
Palomarin Trail
Bolinas, California
3.7 miles NW of Bolinas, CaliforniaThis hike is about 5 miles north from Bolinas is the Palomarin Trailhead. As you hike the trail you overlook the ocean and beautiful beaches. The trail takes you up to different lakes and then...
Hike Added on 18 Jun 2018 3.7 mi
East Ridge Trail
Oakland, California
6.9 miles E of Oakland, CaliforniaThis trail is deeply tucked away up into the hills of Oakland. East Ridge is the perfect trail to deeply appreciate the beauty of the Redwoods and has many entry points. This trail weaves...
Hike Added on 18 Jun 2018 5.6 mi
Quarry Trail
Cool, California
2.0 miles N of Cool, CaliforniaThis is a hike along the river and an old, historic railway. The trail leads you to a a beautiful amphitheater carved from limestone.You are surrounded by beautiful nature and peaceful...
Hike Added on 18 Jun 2018 1.3 mi
Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail
Orick, California
2.5 miles NE of Orick, CaliforniaThis is a short hike that surrounds you with greenery and beautiful, tall trees. As you hike through the grove, you may hear birds chirping, but you will mostly just hear your feet walking...
Hike Added on 31 May 2018
Garden of Eden
Felton, California
2.0 miles SE of Felton, CaliforniaA great swimming hole in the Santa Cruz moutains of California, the Garden of Eden lives up to its name. This swimming hole is popular among all ages and offers beaches perfect for sunbathing and...
Hike, Swim Added on 6 Sep 2017
Fern Canyon
Orick, California
7.9 miles N of Orick, CaliforniaFern Canyon is one of the best 1-mile hikes that you can do in California! This unforgettable location was featured in Steven Spielberg's film, Jurassic Park: The Lost...
Hike Added on 7 Jul 2017
Muir Woods National Monument
Mill Valley, California
1.9 miles W of Mill Valley, CaliforniaThere are several suggested hikes on the main trail leaving from the visitors center. The longest, a loop, is about 2 miles. It is the only one that leaves the boardwalk. It has some elevation...
Hike Added on 7 Apr 2017
