Cold Springs Canyon
Los Padres National Forest, Kern County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Los Padres National Forest, Kern County, CA. Mountain biking & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 5.3 mi (8.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,512 ft (461 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 6,745 ft (2,056 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Cold Springs Canyon
How long is Cold Springs Canyon?
Cold Springs Canyon is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,512 ft (461 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,745 ft (2,056 m).
How hard is Cold Springs Canyon?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cold Springs Canyon?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Cold Springs Canyon?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Cold Springs Canyon shaded?
Partly shaded (43% under trees).
What can you do on Cold Springs Canyon?
Best for Mountain biking. Also: Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with motor vehicles. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Cold Springs Canyon?
La Sierra, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Don's Gas / Market, 1.3 mi (2.1 km).
Is this a good week for Cold Springs Canyon?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Water Tank Trail Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- North Frazier Ridge Trail Los Padres National Forest · Moderate · 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
- Tecuya Peak Trail Los Padres National Forest · Moderate · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Hale Trail Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Rift Mountains Loop Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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