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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Taking a break from the hectic bustle of modern life for a trip out to the wilderness can be relaxing, fun, and therapeutic. But it's ...

The Trinity Alps Wilderness is a 540,000-acre wonderland three hours north of Sacramento. The second largest wilderness area in California, it features more than 550 miles of hiking trails. The region ...