Horsethief West Trail
Cleveland National Forest, Orange County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Cleveland National Forest, Orange County, CA. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,345 ft (410 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 4,088 ft (1,246 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Horsethief West Trail
How long is Horsethief West Trail?
Horsethief West Trail is 3 mi (4.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,345 ft (410 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,088 ft (1,246 m).
How hard is Horsethief West Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Horsethief West Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Horsethief West Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Horsethief West 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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