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Salmon Creek Trail to Spruce and Estrella Camps route map
DifficultOut and Back
California

Salmon Creek Trail to Spruce and Estrella Camps

Jolon, California

5.6 mi

Distance

3,143 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 48m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Salmon Creek Trail to Spruce and Estrella Camps is a challenging 5.6-mile out-and-back trail located near Jolon in California. This trail navigates the rugged terrain of the coast near Big Sur, featuring significant elevation changes with an elevation gain of 3,143 feet. Hikers will traverse through a natural dirt surface that weaves into a diverse landscape typical of the Central Coast. The trail is known for its steep inclines, making it suitable for more experienced hikers. This path culminates in two rustic camps, Spruce and Estrella, offering a rewarding stop for those seeking adventure and solitude in a remote setting.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainrugged terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:101 ft
Max:478 ft
958 ft
958 ft
101 ft227 ft352 ft478 ft0.0 mi1.4 mi2.8 mi4.2 mi5.6 mi

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.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

coastal viewsrustic campsites

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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.

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