Hiking Trails & Parks in Olympic Valley, California
109 hiking & walking trails and 16parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Olympic Valley, located in Placer County, California. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Olympic Valley, California
Olympic Valley offers 109 mapped hiking trails and 16 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Placer County, California, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Parks & Campgrounds in Olympic Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Yes — we have 109 mapped hiking and walking trails in Olympic Valley, Placer 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 Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Scott Peak Road near Olympic Valley is rated hard — the toughest classification among Olympic Valley, Placer County, California's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Olympic Valley, Placer County, California for families?
ADT - California - T - Seg 2 near Olympic Valley is one of the best family picks in Olympic Valley, Placer 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 Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Each of the 109 trails in Olympic Valley, Placer 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 Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Olympic Valley, Placer County, California has 16 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Yes — 3 of Olympic Valley, Placer County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Ahart Campground with 12 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Olympic Valley, Placer County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Placer County for more options beyond Olympic Valley, Placer County, California.
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