California Gulch
12.1 mi
Distance
1,470 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 46m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
California Gulch is a point-to-point trail in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. It is 12 miles long and gains 1,470 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Arivaca, Arizona, about 7 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 | 1,244 ft |
| High point | 11.1 mi | 1,381 ft |
| End | 12.1 mi | 1,287 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Arizona State Parks & Trails, 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:
- Arivaca, AZ · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Santa Cruz County, AZ
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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