Are dogs allowed on Empire Mine Road Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Empire Mine Road Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Empire Mine Road Trail?

No, Empire Mine Road Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Empire Mine Road Trail?

Empire Mine Road Trail is rated easy. It is 6.8 miles long with 558 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Empire Mine Road Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Empire Mine Road Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

EasyOut and Back

California

Empire Mine Road Trail

Antioch, California

6.8 mi

Distance

558 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 28m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

This is a road that is closed to traffic. Beautiful scenery, rolling hills, and fields with cattle. The prairie dogs are entertaining the pedestrians. People are using this stretch as well. Keep your dog leashed if you like to hunt prairie dogs.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:68 ft

Max:117 ft

170 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.