Hiking Trails & Parks in Pinecrest, California
70 hiking & walking trails and 18parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Pinecrest, located in Alpine County, California. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Pinecrest, California
Pinecrest offers 70 mapped hiking trails and 18 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Alpine County, California, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Yes — we have 70 mapped hiking and walking trails in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Bee Gulch Trail near Pinecrest is rated hard — the toughest classification among Pinecrest, Alpine County, California's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California for families?
207b near Pinecrest is one of the best family picks in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Each of the 70 trails in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Pinecrest, Alpine County, California has 18 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Yes — 3 of Pinecrest, Alpine County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is (Lake Alpine) Lodgepole Campground with 20 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Pinecrest, Alpine County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Alpine County for more options beyond Pinecrest, Alpine County, California.
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