Near Rising Sun Trail
Madonna Rock
Near Rising Sun Trail
View of Pacific Ocean from Rising Sun Trail.
Near Rising Sun Trail
Pacific Ocean from Rising Sun Trail.
Near Rising Sun Trail
Robert's Ranch House Ruins.
Near Rising Sun Trail
Solstice Canyon hike

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Rising Sun Trail

3.5 (2 Ratings)
Find some great views of the area as this trail takes you up Solstice Canyon
1.7
mi
Distance
658
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
HistoricalViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.74mi
Distance
658ft
Elevation Gain
403ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
772ft
High Point
117ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This doubletrack begins from the Solstice Canyon parking lot, located off of Corral Canyon Rd. Hike up the doubletrack at the end of the parking lot where the trailhead is. The trail will begin with some immediate switchbacking. Follow the trail up, continuing north, when you pass the old Space Tech Labs buildings. The trail offers great views of the coast and the canyon during this portion. After climbing up the trail for close to mile you'll descend in elevation until you reach the abandoned Roberts Ranch House that sits at the end of the trail. A waterfall, garden, and dam were left behind at this old estate, and the waterfall will still flow with enough rainfall. 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
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