This 2-hour U.S. Trail Was Named One of the Best Hikes in the World-and It Has Mountain Views and the Oldest Tree on the Planet
Briefly

The Methuselah Trail in California's Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest features some of the oldest trees on Earth. This four-mile trail allows hikers to see the Methuselah tree, which is over 4,800 years old, without direct signage to prevent vandalism. The trail offers stunning views of Owens Valley and the Sierra Nevada and is rated as moderate in difficulty. It was selected by AllTrails as one of the '25 Trails to Explore in 2025' from over 450,000 global trails, showcasing its unique natural beauty and historical significance.
The Methuselah Trail winds through the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest at over 10,000 feet in California's White Mountains, home to trees dating back nearly five millennia.
The trail features Methuselah, over 4,800 years old, making it one of the oldest living trees, predating even the ancient Egyptian pyramids.
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