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<\/a>\nA street near Murphys Park \u2013 the easiest thing might be to get out and take a walk. | Photo: Cindy Rochelle<\/p>\n
1. Take a walk \u2013<\/strong> Let\u2019s start with the basics \u2013 just moving your body outside for twenty minutes can energize your day and bring fresh perspective. Take a spin down the picturesque streets of downtown Angels Camp, Murphys or Mokelumne Hill. If it\u2019s an unpeopled landscape you prefer, there are fabulous and very accessible trails on the outskirts of Arnold (Arnold Rim Trail), Angels Camp (New Melones Recreation Area) and Valley Springs (Lake Hogan).<\/p>\n 2. Run \u2013<\/strong> Take it up a notch, and turn any of the above into a run! And if you\u2019re a runner, check out the 25th Annual Copper Run in Copperopolis on January 28. Choose from a half mile, 2 mile or 10K. Proceeds will benefit the local Fire Department, school and Copper Library. Registration packets available here. Later in the year, sign up for the Angels Camp Gold Run, it usually takes place in September, but check their Facebook page to stay up to date. We\u2019re always adding new events like community runs to our Calendar of Events, so check back often.<\/p>\n 3. Golf \u2013<\/strong> Winter is a great time to check out Calaveras\u2019 fun and challenging courses at La Contenta, Saddle Creek and Greenhorn Creek.<\/p>\n 4. Disc Golf<\/strong> is also well represented throughout the county, with courses at Lake Hogan in Valley Springs, Quinones Park in San Andreas and Feeney Park in Murphys (as well as Bear Valley and White Pines in warmer months). If you\u2019ve never tried it, give it a shot \u2013 it\u2019s harder than it looks and you get a good walk out of it! Plus, most courses are either free or have small park entrance fees. SNAC in Arnold and Murphys are your source for golf discs.<\/p>\n 5. Bike \u2013 The trails mentioned above \u2013<\/strong> especially those at New Melones Recreation Area \u2013 are a great place to sample local mountain biking (the Arnold Rim Trail tends to be covered in snow this time of year, but can be in excellent shape with a spell of dry weather). The mild daytime temps in the foothills can make for a great day of road cycling as well. Calaveras has many popular cycling events throughout the year, here are some of our favorites: 6 & 7. Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing \u2013<\/strong> Whether it\u2019s on a pair of snowshoes or cross country skis, few winter activities combine both the challenge and reward of these snow country sports. Once you arrive at the crest of a trail to take in the views of the Sierra Nevada, you\u2019ll be glad you pumped your way to the top. Bear Valley Cross Country has world-class striding, skating and snowshoes trails, and a full rental, retail and demo center. Big Trees State Park is also magical in the snow, and a snowshoe through the park is a truly unique way to experience this ancient forest.<\/p>\n Explore the Stanislaus National Forest on your own by using the parking areas at Spicer Road, Round Valley or Lake Alpine. For these, you\u2019ll need a $5 Sno-Park pass, which you can find along with snowshoe rentals, maps and other area info at Sierra Nevada Adventure Company, Ebbetts Pass Sporting Goods, or Bear Valley Cross Country.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/gocalaveras.jpg\")
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\nMr. Frog\u2019s Wild Ride (April)
\nEbbetts Pass Century Ride (August)
\nMurphys Winery Bike Tour (Anytime)<\/p>\n
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