Near McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground
Relaxing on a clear night sky at Eagle’s Aerie site
Near McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground
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Near McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground
Revivor in the background.
Near McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground
Looking south from Cerro Este Rd by McCorkle Trail
Near McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground
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McCorkel Trail To Stars Rest Campground

3.5 (2 Ratings)
Fun hike! Great views!
7.4
mi
Distance
2,214
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingCommonly BackpackedRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.41mi
Distance
2,214ft
Elevation Gain
2,214ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,637ft
High Point
416ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Some hilly sections that your legs will feel but nothing too hard. Really great views and depending on the season you might pass a few streams. We went in March after some rain and the hills were nice and green. There's not a ton of tree cover on McCorkel so it will get very hot in the summer. Take Camp Ohlone Road to McCorkel Trail. rxH McCorkel Trail until you hit Cerro Este Road and take a left. You'll eventually hit McCorkel Trail again on your right. Navigating really isn't difficult. You'll have some excellent views throughout the hike especially of Calaveras Reservoir. Dogs aren't allowed overnight.

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Contributors
Ethan Dea