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Hiking in Union Hill, California: trails, map and practical info

Gold Country • California

Union Hill, California (Gold Country, California) : hike, 655 m of elevation gain.

655 m
Elevation
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Trail description

Union Hill is a former settlement in Nevada County, California, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Grass Valley. Its elevation is 2,700 ft (820 m) above sea level. The Union Hill School District, established in 1868, continues to operate in Grass Valley.
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Elixir Tour Mid WP
Salomon
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4.5 (2847 reviews)
Waterproof mid-height boot ideal for rocky terrain
203.38 $
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Trail Ergo Cork
Black Diamond
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4.4 (1456 reviews)
Comfortable cork grip for long ascents
69.99 $
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Daylite Plus 20L
Osprey
Daylite Plus 20L
4.7 (3215 reviews)
Lightweight and versatile for day hikes
109.99 $
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Actik Core 625
Petzl
Actik Core 625
4.6 (1893 reviews)
USB rechargeable with 600 lumens for early starts
103.95 $
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Nalgene
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Where?

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When?

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Best season
Fall
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Best time
Early morning
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What to bring?

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Gear
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Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
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Safety
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Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
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Center
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The elevation gain of Union Hill, California is 655 m.
No, Union Hill, California has no visitor centre on site.
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Update : October 2026