The Mount Shasta area is huge outdoor playground 5 hours north of San Francisco. There are tons of dispersed camping and dog-friendly options for casual to advanced hikers.
Trail Distance: 7.7 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1600 ft.
Terrain Rating: Easy - paved, wide trail
Hike Time: 3.5 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: All
Freycinet National Park was the highlight of our Tasmania trip. Although rainy for most of the year (they average 10-15 days per month!), it’s a beautiful coastal gem.
Trail Distance: 7 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1000 ft.
Terrain Rating: Moderate
Hike Time: 3 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: All
Trail Distance: 8.7 miles
Elevation Gain: ~2900 ft.
Terrain Rating: Moderate - dirt, switchbacks and elevation
Hike Time: 4 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: Summer, Fall
Trail Distance: 10 miles
Elevation Gain: 2300 ft.
Terrain Rating: Fairly straightforward - roots, dirt, and some loose rock
Hike Time: 6 hours
Dog Friendly: No
Recommended Seasons: Summer, Fall
Trail Distance: 7.5 miles via Mount Woodson Trail
Elevation Gain: ~2,100 ft.
Terrain Rating: Medium
Hike Time: 3-4 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: Not peak summer
Trail Distance: ~4 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1,000 ft.
Terrain Rating: Medium, loose rock and dust
Hike Time: 2 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
