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6 Hiking Trails Around Lake Oroville
Butte County, CA
Did you that in addition to the great water recreation available, Lake Oroville also has miles of hiking trails around its shores? As part of the California State Parks system, you'll find a variety of easy and moderate hikes around or near the lake, perfect for getting a new perspective on the area. Dogs are not allowed on any of the trails around the lake.
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The Bidwell Canyon Trail ends at Oroville Dam and serves up spectacular views
Oroville East, California, United States
Find the best views on this moderate 9-mile out-and-back at Kelly Ridge Point, where you’ll see the back side of Oroville Dam, the Bidwell Bar Suspension Bridge and can even dip your toes in the water (when levels are high).
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The Dan Beebe Trail takes you on a scenic journey past Oroville Dam down to the Lakeland Trailhead near Downtown Oroville.
Oroville, California, United States
The trail starts at Saddle Dam at Lake Oroville and meandering up Kelly Ridge and past the Lake Oroville Visitors Center. The moderate 11.9 mile point-to-point trail (shuttle required) is also an equestrian-friendly trail, so make sure to give passing horses the right away.
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Tucked away at the north end of Oroville Dam, Potters Point features a variety of mixed-use trails, including two main hiking trails.
Oroville, CA
Find scattered benches and picnic tables, a number of beaches, and great terrain for horse and bike riding, trail running, hiking, and easy walks. There are two major hiking trails Potters Point Loop Trail is a moderate 5-mile loop, while Potters Ravine and North Fork Trail is a moderate 18.7 mile loop.
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The Brad Freeman Trail is a 41-mile adventure around Oroville that offers a variety of scenic vistas & day trip options for hikers & bikers
Oroville, California, United States
At various points along the trail, you can walk across the Oroville Dam, explore an old Western Pacific Railroad train tunnel, and see sights throughout Oroville.
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The Lime Saddle Memorial Park Trail features acres of rolling hills dotted with trees and views of the marinas in a less populated area.
Oroville, CA
Located on the northwestern side of Lake Oroville along the West Branch of the Feather River Arm, the moderate 3.8 mile out-and-back trail also comes to life in the spring with wildflowers. Dogs allowed on leash
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The Loafer Creek Recreation Area is set in a beautiful foothill ecosystem that features several different hiking trail options.
Oroville, CA
The Day Use Trail is an easy 1.7 mile point-to-point trail, while the Loafer Creek Loop Trail is a moderate 3.6 mile loop that features rolling hills and a few steeper climbs and descents along the tree-lined trail. You'll also find the moderate 5-mile Roy Rogers-Loafer Creek Loop, which offers a more challenging trek.
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Kelly Ridge Rd
Oroville, CA
Make sure to review hiking best practices and trail etiquette and follow Leave No Trace principles as you explore and enjoy hiking in Northern California.