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| | This part of California has a magnificent deal of available outdoors activities. Every wilderness trail in California is worth backcountry backpacking. Backpacking and hiking trails are brilliant and plentiful in California, and Oak Grove Trail is one of them, and it's in Monterey County. Backcountry trekking in California is something that is always fun to do. Being 1.2 miles long it's shorter than many trails. This backcountry hike shouldn't take more than 1 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. There are so many backpacking |
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and hiking trails in this neighborhood. Oak Grove Trail is not that long but you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. Alright, enough of spending all this time inside a building, time to get out, and Oak Grove Trail in Monterey County, California
| | is an outstanding place for getting out. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in place. The trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time which means the conditions are about the same from start to finish. Rather far from Salinas you come across Oak Grove Trail, but backcountry backpacking it is always amusing. This is a two-ended trail with two trailheads, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can backcountry walk it just one way. At Oak Grove Trail you don’t see much precipitation; the month with | |
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most of the rain is January; July is when it's the driest. The wilderness trails of the Santa Lucia Range are the best way to enjoy these mountaintops. At parts of the year this region sees very little rain, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to
bring a stove or make a camp fire. This trail has a total elevation difference of 204 feet which is lower than average. This wilderness trail is a very short wilderness trail having an average number of uphill miles which makes this backpacking and hiking trail glorious for the
average backcountry hiker looking for an enjoyable adventure. High temperatures at Oak Grove Trail all through the months of summer are in the 70's, and the nighttime is a little chillier of course, frequently in the 50's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 50's with winter
lows in the 40's overnight here at Oak Grove Trail.
Briefly about the general area:
Oak Grove Trail is a nice location to visit for more than one day, Sawmill Flat Campground is a nice location to camp nearby, and Pfeiffer Falls is an inspiring spot to stop by while
here. Soar down the rapids of Big Sur River in a kayak, and why not check out nearby Pfeffer-Redwood Creek since you're here at Oak Grove Trail.
This spot, the Santa Lucia Range, has so much outdoors entertaining stuff. On a wonderful day you can stop at Wreck Beach near Oak
Grove Trail, and nearby Pfeiffer Gulch is a fine spot to go. So many fun things to do in the Santa Lucia Range, not enough time. That right there is a load already, but it continues; Oak Grove Trail has it all. Lots of folks from Salinas come to Oak Grove Trail; don't forget to
take a good little visit to Post Creek.
Pfeiffer Beach is near Oak Grove Trail and is a beautiful beach to pop by. You'll need more than a day to look at everything Oak Grove Trail has to offer, you can camp at P B S S P South Campground.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 36.2527, Longitude -121.7825
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 36.2488, Longitude -121.774
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = .6 miles
Total climbing distance = .3 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = .6 miles
Total climbing distance = .2 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 1.2 miles
Total climbing distance = .5 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
1 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 1.2 miles
Total climbing distance = .5 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
1 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 204 feet
Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur
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2 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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Ventana Inn Big Sur, Big Sur
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8 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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User input for Oak Grove Trail, Santa Lucia Range, Monterey County, California:
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 Oak Grove Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Oak Grove Trail, Santa Lucia Range, Monterey County, California
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| These outdoors activities are available near Oak Grove Trail. |
| | Trails Near Oak Grove Trail:
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Buzzards Roost Trail, Monterey
County
, 1 miles away, 1.5 hiking miles, 864 feet elevation difference |
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Manuel Peak Trail, Monterey
County
, 1 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 3534 feet elevation difference |
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Big Sur Trail, Monterey
County
, 8 miles away, 15.2 hiking miles, 1949 feet elevation difference |
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San Clemente Trail, Monterey
County
, 9 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 714 feet elevation difference |
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Rattlesnake Creek Trail, Monterey
County
, 10 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 1350 feet elevation difference |
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Pine Ridge Trail, Monterey
County
, 10 miles away, 20.1 hiking miles, 4802 feet elevation difference |
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Carmel River Trail, Monterey
County
, 11 miles away, 29.4 hiking miles, 3023 feet elevation difference |
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| | Hotels Near Oak Grove Trail:
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Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur
, 2 miles away |
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Ventana Inn Big Sur, Big Sur
, 8 miles away |
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Big Sur Lodge, Big Sur
, 9 miles away |
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Country Garden Inns, Carmel Valley
, 13 miles away |
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Bernardus Lodge, Carmel Valley
, 14 miles away |
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