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Distance
1.73 miles
Elevation Gain
341 ft
Route Type
Loop
Features
Family Friendly
Easy Parking
Wildflowers
Beach
Food Nearby
Dog Friendly
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Added by Sara Sheehy
Located in the small vacation town of Trinidad, this scenic hiking trail around Trinidad Head starts and ends at the beach.
Park in the large parking lot at Trinidad Beach. The trailhead is at the south end of the parking lot. The loop trail can be hiked in either direction.
The trail is half dirt singletrack, half paved switchbacks, and climbs steadily to the top of Trinidad Head. The view of the ocean and California coast are spectacular along the entire hike. Take care to stay on the trail as poison oak is common.
Keep your ears open for the sound of sea lions on the rocks below.
After the hike take a dip in the Pacific Ocean, or head to Bergeron Winery's Tasting Room.
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Valerie Crawford
1/5/2025
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Natalie F
7/4/2020
Worth the stop!
We were staying in Eureka and our airbnb host told us about this gem! It has breathtaking views! Unfortunately we were not there during ...
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Teresa Curran
8/27/2018
Beautiful!
I walked the trail to stretch my legs after a long drive. Enjoyed it so much I ran it the next morning. ...
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Jess Curren
7/26/2016
Great Little Hike with Fantastic Views... as Long as There is no fog!
We loved this little hike - Trinidad is a great little town. Unfortunately the fog rolled in shortly after we crested the top so ...
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Sidney Hilton
5/16/2016
Stunning!
Absolutely beautiful! The walk is only a 1 mile loop but it has a quick incline. At each spur, we were able to walk ...
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Joshua Contois
3/24/2016
Spend the Day
A great spot to explore, especially during huckleberry season! Be sure to stop by the Trinidad Eatery for some amazing food, and the Humboldt ...
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