If you’re thinking of going on a day hike this President’s Day, let me give you my top 5 hand-picked  hiking trails from my bucket list.

1. Yosemite National Park – Vernon Fall to Nevada Fall Trail is roughly 8 miles loop round trip. Beautiful landscapes and waterfalls. Click here for map.
2. Point Reyes National SeaShore – Coast Trail to Alamere Falls is 8 miles total. Enchanted forest to waterfall. Click here for map.
3. Sequoia and King Canyon National Park – Lewis and Clark Trail 6 miles. Beautiful Kennedy Pass Meadow.
4. Point Lobos State Marine Reserve – North Shore Trail to Cypress Grove Trail is about 1.8 miles.  Beautiful coastal view to the Pacific Ocean.
5. Joshua Tree National Park – Lost Horse Mine, 4 miles. Beautiful canyons and Joshua Trees.

Have fun and enjoy your President’s Day!

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