“Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!” Dr. Seuss  was on to something: every day is a perfect day to move mountains. But if you’d prefer to scale them as well, we’re looking no further than our own backyard to bring you the very best of the West when it comes to hiking in California.

First date? Strapped for time? Seeking a thrill? There’s a hike for that…