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California
8.0 mi
Distance
3,033 ft
Gain
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good
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caution: Agency alerts
6 active alerts in Los Padres National Forest; most severe: Road Use Restriction - Sycamore Cyn Rd to Pfeiffer Beach
USFS15 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 70°F / low 70°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike
OpenWeather17 min ago
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Mcpherson Peak
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McPherson Peak offers a moderately challenging day hike with nearly 3,000 feet of elevation gain over 8 miles, rewarding hikers with expansive views from its summit. The trail features sustained climbing through varied terrain typical of California's inland ranges, with opportunities to experience diverse ecosystems as elevation increases. This peak is an excellent choice for hikers looking to build endurance while enjoying the satisfaction of a significant vertical ascent.
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Sisquoc
~13 min drive
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Lost Valley
~19 min drive
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Salisbury Canyon
~12 min drive
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Sunset Valley
~24 min drive
Easy 1.5-mile valley hike with 482 ft gain and scenic views.
Potrero Canyon
~24 min drive
Moderate 5.84-mile canyon hike with 2,344 ft elevation gain.
Bull Ridge
~12 min drive
Moderate 12.95-mile ridge loop with 394 ft elevation gain.
Mission Pine
~25 min drive
Steep 1-mile climb through pine forest with 500+ ft elevation gain.
Munch Canyon
~25 min drive
Steady canyon climb with 1,290 ft gain over 4 miles.
Sweetwater
~16 min drive
Challenging 12.47-mile loop with 2,984 ft gain in Sweetwater region.
