Visalia, CA is an Outdoor Lovers’ City
Visalia and the surrounding outdoor lands visitors can walk, hike, bike, and explore from the Valley floor to the highest peaks. Whether you are looking for family-friendly spots or more challenging and rugged experiences, all can be found when you visit Visalia. See more here.
Hiking
Your hiking adventure awaits in the great outdoors of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the surrounding Visalia area. Whether you’re an experienced hiker looking for a challenge or a novice ready to start your hiking journey, there’s plenty of opportunity for you. With miles of trails, beautiful lakes, and views beyond compare, this is the place to be for outdoor activity. See here for information about Visalia, CA is Full of Theaters.
In the Parks
The national parks and forests have miles of trails, including connections to the Pacific Crest Trail and other backcountry options. Families will enjoy the Crescent Meadow trail, a level, easy trail. From here, you can see Tharp Log, a tree used as a cabin. Of course, the Congress Trail near General Sherman is a must-see. Another family-friendly route is the Big Stump Trail, where evidence of past logging is seen. Stumps as big as a dance floor emphasize how large sequoia trees are.