Hiking Trails

Portola Riverwalk Trail

• Flat, paved trail that follows the river in town. There is also a disc golf course along the trail.
• 7 mins to trailhead

Little Jamison Falls

• A 2 mile out-and-back to a hidden waterfall, which runs year-round. If you continue a short distance up the trail, you’ll reach Grass Lake.
• 32 mins to trailhead

Calpine Fire Lookout

• Depending on weather, you can likely drive a lot of the way to this picturesque lookout. Follow Calpine Road to the end or park at the turnout if the road is closed for the winter.
• 33 mins to the lookout

Mills Peak Trail

• This seven mile trail takes off from the Mills Peak Lookout and heads downhill through a predominately conifer forest, offering some beautiful views
• 24 mins to trailhead

Beckwourth Peak Trail

• A new trail, created by the Sierra Buttes Stewardship. The trail is accessible from the edge of Beckwourth Peak High Camp.
• Trailhead: start at High Camp