Are dogs allowed on Old Coast Road?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Old Coast Road?

No, Old Coast Road 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 Old Coast Road?

Old Coast Road is rated difficult. It is 10.1 miles long with 3,333 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.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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California

Old Coast Road

Carmel, California

10.1 mi

Distance

3,333 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 25m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The road is not private property, but both sides are. The road is sometimes closed due to wet conditions. You will need a high vehicle clearance for this route. The link is at the bottom of this page and it says "For up to date road closings and information."

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.

A county-maintained public dirt road (Big Sur) between Bixby Creek Bridge and Andrew Molera State Park; both sides are private, so stay on the roadway. High-clearance vehicle advised; may close in wet weather.

No recent condition reports. Be the first to share what you see on the trail.

Elevation Profile

Min:28 ft

Max:362 ft

1,016 ft

1,067 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
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.