El Moro Canyon Loop

Crystal Cove State Park’s loop starts near the El Moro coastal entrance, crosses into Moro Canyon, and follows a sheltered inland corridor shaped by seasonal Moro Creek, riparian woodland, coastal sage scrub, and the rugged slopes of the San Joaquin Hills. The hike then climbs toward the higher backcountry…

Distance: 14.4 Km • Elevation gain: 397 m • Maximum elevation: 314 m

The El Moro Canyon Loop Trail in Crystal Cove State Park offers a rewarding journey through diverse terrains, including canyons, rolling hills and ridgelines. Along the path, hikers will encounter expansive vistas of the Pacific Ocean, with views extending to Newport Beach to the north and Laguna Beach to the…

Distance: 8.0 Km • Elevation gain: 248 m • Maximum elevation: 222 m

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Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 243 m • Maximum elevation: 223 m

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Distance: 14.4 Km • Elevation gain: 448 m • Maximum elevation: 302 m