American Canyon
3.1 mi
Distance
1,247 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 40m
Est. Time
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for American Canyon unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 752 ft |
| End | 3.1 mi | 1,120 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Edna, CA · about 20 mi away
- County:
- San Luis Obispo County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Imported route
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Turkey Flat Ohv Staging Area
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Los Padres National Forest dispersed camping
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