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| | Here in California backpacking is something that is always fun to do. Big Sur Trail is a long tour away from Salinas, but backcountry backpacking along this trail is very fun. Each hiking and backpacking trail in California is different from the others. Through the months of summer at Big Sur Trail highs are mostly in the 70's. Summer overnight lows plunge down to the 50's. During the winter highs are ordinarily in the 50's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Big Sur Trail plunge into the 40's. There are so many wonderful hiking |
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and backpacking trails for backpacking in California, and among these are Big Sur Trail in Monterey County. Hey, time for a backcountry trek don’t you think? Big Sur Trail in Monterey County, California is such a tremendous spot. Big Sur Trail has only one trailhead, so in and
| | out is the way to trek it normally. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. California has so much to offer the fresh air lovers. Big Sur Trail is 15.2 miles long; it's a long trail. Some parts of Big Sur Trail are much higher up than other parts of the trail which of course means you need to be prepared for different conditions on different parts of the trail. This is just one of a large number of wilderness trails in this neighborhood. This backcountry walk should take you about 2.5 days, so make sure you've got | |
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all your overnight gear packed. Big Sur Trail is many miles long with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this a very tough wilderness trail for advanced trekkers looking for a perfect challenge. The total elevation difference for this great outdoors trail is 1,949
feet, and that is about average. This is a long backcountry trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. The backpacking and hiking trails of the Santa Lucia Range are a really wonderful way to spend quality time in the fresh air. This backcountry trail sometimes gets very
dry, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. Big Sur Trail is pretty dried out frequently; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most rain; the driest month of the year is July.
Briefly about the general area:
Not enough
hours in a day to enjoy the Santa Lucia Range. If you crave a little side spree, try Partington Canyon, and why not take a little journey to Mocho Creek while you're here. McWay Falls is always fun to check out.
In case you don’t have a problem getting drenched, you can always
go whitewater paddling on Carmel River, and a journey to Indian Valley revitalizes the soul. Why not stop at Partington Cove also since you're here, and you can stay the night at Riverside Campgrounds and Cabins. Put some time aside to spend at Cold Spring since you're here at
Big Sur Trail, and while you're here you will meet lots of folks from nearby Salinas.
But wait, there's more entertaining stuff to do in the Santa Lucia Range. Looking for some flowing water? Try Cienega Creek; Logwood Campground is a wonderful campground nearby. Any time is
a great time at Big Sur Trail if you like the outdoors. Bear Basin is a good site to check out, and Big Sur River is a tremendous whitewater spot nearby.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 36.2108, Longitude -121.6788
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 15.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
Total elevation difference: 1949 feet
Ventana Inn Big Sur, Big Sur
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4 miles away
Situated on 243 acres, 1,200 feet above the Pacific Ocean. The property is known for its serene setting, rustic yet luxurious sophistication and romantic allure. Features include 26 newly remodeled su...
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Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur
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10 miles away
Unique architecture blends into its natural surroundings complemented with interior earth tones, high sweeping arches and skylights. In a spectacular setting, this 100 acre resort showcases the organi...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Salinas, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Salinas, California, the metro area neareast to Big Sur Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Big Sur Trail. |
| | Trails Near Big Sur Trail:
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South Fork Trail, Monterey
County
, 4 miles away, 7.8 hiking miles, 1563 feet elevation difference |
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Pine Ridge Trail, Monterey
County
, 4 miles away, 20.1 hiking miles, 4802 feet elevation difference |
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Church Creek Trail, Monterey
County
, 5 miles away, 3.8 hiking miles, 1279 feet elevation difference |
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Miller Canyon Trail, Monterey
County
, 7 miles away, 15.6 hiking miles, 2327 feet elevation difference |
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Manuel Peak Trail, Monterey
County
, 8 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 3534 feet elevation difference |
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Oak Grove Trail, Monterey
County
, 8 miles away, 0.6 hiking miles, 204 feet elevation difference |
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Hot Springs Trail, Monterey
County
, 8 miles away, 4.4 hiking miles, 1545 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Big Sur Trail:
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Big Sur River, Monterey County
County
, 9 miles away, Class II+ - 4 miles long (Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park to Motels) |
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Carmel River, Monterey County
County
, 12 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 10 miles long (Los Padres Reservoir to Carmel Valley) |
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Arroyo Seco River, Monterey County
County
, 12 miles away, Class IV(V) - 3 miles long (Willowcreek Bridge to Arroyo Seco Picnic Area) |
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Little Sur River, Monterey County
County
, 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Pico Blanco BSouth Carolina to Highway 1) |
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Arroyo Seco River, Monterey County
County
, 18 miles away, Class III - 14.5 miles long (Arroyo Seco Picnic Area to Route G16 bridge) |
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| | Hotels Near Big Sur Trail:
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Ventana Inn Big Sur, Big Sur
, 4 miles away |
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Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur
, 10 miles away |
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Country Garden Inns, Carmel Valley
, 15 miles away |
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Bernardus Lodge, Carmel Valley
, 17 miles away |
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Big Sur Lodge, Big Sur
, 17 miles away |
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