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California
11.1 mi
Distance
2,744 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Los Padres National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Alejandro
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The Alejandro Trail is a challenging 11-mile mountain route that climbs over 2,700 feet through California's backcountry. This hard-difficulty hike rewards experienced hikers with significant elevation gain and extended distance, offering a full day of sustained climbing through varied terrain. The trail provides excellent cardiovascular challenge and opportunities to experience remote wilderness.
Bear Canyon
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.87-mile canyon hike with 723 ft elevation gain.
Bear Canyon Conn.
~9 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile connector with 494 ft gain through Bear Canyon foothills.
Willow Spring (Figueroa)
~23 min drive
Easy 1.42-mile walk to Willow Spring with minimal elevation gain.
Buckhorn Rigde
~7 min drive
Steep ridge climb with 939 ft gain in under 4 miles.
Indian
~15 min drive
Moderate 5.24-mile foothill hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Mission Pine
~37 min drive
Steep 1-mile climb through pine forest with 500+ ft elevation gain.
White Elephant
~9 min drive
Moderate 5-mile climb with 1,873 ft gain near White Elephant.
Sulphur Spring
~17 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile hike to a scenic geothermal spring with 514 ft elevation gain.
Stony Creek
~39 min drive
Easy half-mile creek walk with minimal elevation gain.
Roque Canyon
~11 min drive
Challenging 11.55-mile canyon trek with 2,904 ft elevation gain.