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Red Hill Trail

4.0 (3 Ratings)
A breezy and exposed trail partially cutting through a beautiful redwood forest.
1.7
mi
Distance
234
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.67mi
Distance
234ft
Elevation Gain
365ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
868ft
High Point
489ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From either direction, Red Hill will provide some uphill climb up until the forest. Suggested access is from Shell Beach parking lot through part of Pomo Canyon Trail. Because it's slightly higher in altitude than surrounding areas, keep your eye out for Turkey Vultures and Red-Tailed Hawks gliding up above. There are plenty of field mice for the birds to feed on out there! This trail offers views throughout, but the most rewarding will be found by detouring south to the Red Hill Summit Loop. Be sure to check it out!

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Contributors
Kevin Bonner