Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail
Sespe Wilderness, Ventura County, CA
Point-to-point trail in Sespe Wilderness, Ventura County, CA. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 10.2 mi (16.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,862 ft (1,177 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,178 ft (1,883 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Piedra Blanca Camp 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Twin Forks Campground 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Pine Mountain Lodge Campsite 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Three Mile Camp 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Haddock Camp 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail
How long is Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 15 min. It climbs 3,862 ft (1,177 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,178 ft (1,883 m).
How hard is Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Piedra Blanca Trailhead.
Are there water and toilets on Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (46% under trees).
What can you do on Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail?
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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