Monterey County trails

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. #Hiking #Running #Loop #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Forest #Nature

Distance: 10.7 Km • Elevation gain: 248 m • Maximum elevation: 63 m

Point Lobos Natural Reserve offers an amazing blend of coastal beauty and wildlife, making it a perfect escape into nature. From serene coves to rocky shores, trails are well-maintained and easy to follow, with plenty of chances to spot sea otters, birds, and sea lions along the way. With sweeping Pacific…

Distance: 10.3 Km • Elevation gain: 206 m • Maximum elevation: 33 m

The Saratoga Gap and Ridge Trails Loop in Castle Rock State Park offers hikers a diverse journey through lush forests, interspersed with striking sandstone formations like Goat Rock. As the trail ascends, it unveils panoramic vistas of the San Lorenzo Valley, with distant glimpses of Monterey Bay and the Santa…

Distance: 8.0 Km • Elevation gain: 406 m • Maximum elevation: 931 m

The Ridge, Panorama, and Bluffs Loop in Andrew Molera State Park offers a striking variety of landscapes, from peaceful meadows and the rugged Big Sur River to sweeping coastal views and the forested ridges. Hikers will enjoy diverse vistas, including expansive looks at the Pacific Ocean, and may even…

Distance: 12.9 Km • Elevation gain: 451 m • Maximum elevation: 334 m

Distance: 17.3 Km • Elevation gain: 310 m • Maximum elevation: 209 m

Distance: 2.7 Km • Elevation gain: 5 m • Maximum elevation: 3 m