Near Zuma Canyon Trail
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Zuma Canyon Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
This trail takes you along the bottom of the narrow Zuma Canyon.
0.7
mi
Distance
77
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/Creek

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.69mi
Distance
77ft
Elevation Gain
14ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
212ft
High Point
148ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Zuma Canyon Trail begins as it diverges from the Zuma Loop Trail at the base of Zuma Canyon. From here the trail heads north, winding back and forth from one side of the canyon to the other while also crossing over Zuma Creek a few times. After hiking for roughly a quarter mile along the trail, the canyon will begin to narrow. After being on trail for three quarters of a mile, the trail starts to disappear as you enter a field full of sizable boulders. At this point the maintained trail ends, and you can either return along the same route or continue your hike on the more strenuous Zuma Canyon Route. Thanks to John McKinney, The Trailmaster, for sharing this trail description. To learn more about trails in California, check out his guides at The Trailmaster Store.

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Contributors
John McKinney