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Briceburg Hike Toward Yosemite

Midpines

Distance: 8 miles round trip Elevation: 1,157 ft Difficulty: Easy Time: 3hrs approx. Begin at: Briceburg Bridge At Briceburg, cross the one-lane-metal-and-wood bridge over the Merced River. Once you have crossed the bridge, turn right and proceed down trail.

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Briceburg Hiking Trail West

Midpines

Distance: 5 miles Elevation: 1,166 ft. Difficulty: Easy Time: 3 hrs.

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Bridalveil Fall

Yosemite National Park

Plunging 620 feet (189 meters), Bridalveil Fall is often the first waterfall you'll see when entering Yosemite Valley. In spring, it thunders; during the rest of the year, look for its characteristic light, swaying flow.

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Chowchilla Mountain Road Trail

Mariposa

In Mariposa County, just a stone's throw from Yosemite National Park, lies the picturesque Chowchilla Mountain Road Trail. This hidden gem offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.

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Columbia State Historic Park

Columbia

The Gold Rush town that refused to die is a charming place for adults and children alike to visit.

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Cook’s Meadow Loop

Yosemite National Park

Cook's Meadow Loop in Yosemite National Park is a picturesque one-mile trail that offers stunning views of Half Dome, Glacier Point, and Royal Arches.

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Dragoon Gulch Trail

Sonora

The relatively new Dragoon Gulch Trail system was built with the help of many individuals and agencies. Starting at Woods Creek Park, the trail system creates a 2.5-mile loop.

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Glacier Point

Yosemite Valley

Glacier Point, an overlook with a commanding view of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite’s high country, is accessible by car from approximately late May through October/November.

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Lake McClure

Mariposa

Lake McClure, located in Mariposa County in Gold Country, is a haven for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Mariposa Park California

Mariposa

Mariposa Park California Mariposa is a dog-friendly park located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.3/5 on Google (103 reviews).

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Midpines Park

Mariposa

Midpines Park is a dog-friendly park located in Mariposa, California, in beautiful Mariposa County — the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Rated 4.2/5 on Google (19 reviews).

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Red Hills Recreation Area

Chinese Camp

The Red Hills Recreation Area is a region of 7,100 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management just south of the historic town of Chinese Camp in Tuolumne County.

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Sonora Sunrise Rotary Dog Park

Sonora

Hours: Mo-Su 06:00-20:00. Operated by: Sonora Sunrise Rotary

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Westside Trail

Tuolumne

The Westside Trail, located in Tuolumne County within the Gold Country region, is a historic gem that was once a narrow-gauge railway used by the West Side Lumber Company.

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