Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail

Jug Handle State Natural Reserve, Mendocino County, CA

Out-and-back trail in Jug Handle State Natural Reserve, Mendocino County, CA. Hiking.

Distance
4.6 mi (7.4 km)
Elevation Gain
436 ft (133 m)
Est. Time
1 hr 45 min
High point
341 ft (104 m)
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail

How long is Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 45 min. It climbs 436 ft (133 m) in total, up to a high point of 341 ft (104 m).

How hard is Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

1 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.

Is Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail shaded?

Mostly shaded (96% under trees).

Can you bring a dog on Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.

What can you do on Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.

Where can you eat near Jug Handle Ecological Staircase Trail?

Good Bones Kitchen, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. Shop: Caspar Beach RV Park, 1.1 mi (1.8 km).

Is this a good week for Jug Handle Ecological Staircase 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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