Black Cone
6.1 mi
Distance
1,211 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 39m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Black Cone is a point-to-point trail in Monterey County, California. It is 6.1 miles long and gains 1,211 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Carmel Valley Village, California, about 19 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,155 ft |
| High point | 4.9 mi | 1,398 ft |
| End | 6.1 mi | 1,391 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.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Carmel Valley Village, CA · about 19 mi away
- County:
- Monterey County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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