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Hiking Near Rutherford, California

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Vista Loop Trail

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Vista Loop Trail

River/Creek
easy
3.43 mi
+746 ft
Lawson Loop

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Lawson Loop

River/Creek
easy
3.45 mi
+723 ft
Sonoma Overlook Trail

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Sonoma Overlook Trail

Views
easy
2.58 mi
+378 ft
Annadel Park Channel Drive Loop

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Annadel Park Channel Drive Loop

Birding
moderate
4.95 mi
+642 ft
Westwood Hills Park

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Westwood Hills Park

Less Crowded
easy
1.8 mi
+575 ft
Table Rock

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Table Rock

Views
easy
1.93 mi
+561 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Bald Mountain Loop

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Bald Mountain Loop

Views
strenuous
6.67 mi
+1,879 ft
Mount Hood via Goodspeed Trail

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Mount Hood via Goodspeed Trail

Views
strenuous
6.27 mi
+2,238 ft
North Sonoma Mtn Trailhead to Sonoma Mtn Peak

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North Sonoma Mtn Trailhead to Sonoma Mtn Peak

Spring
strenuous
9.14 mi
+1,751 ft
Taylor Mountain

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Taylor Mountain

Birding
moderate
5.09 mi
+1,192 ft
Skyline Park to Lake Marie Loop

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Skyline Park to Lake Marie Loop

Lake
moderate
6.78 mi
+1,308 ft
Mount Saint Helena

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Mount Saint Helena

Views
moderate
5 mi
+2,101 ft