Near Borrego Canyon Trail
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Borrego Canyon Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A 1.6 mile hike leading from Portola Parkway to Mustard Road.
1.5
mi
Distance
245
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekWildlife
Access Issues
Trails may be closed three days after rain.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.49mi
Distance
245ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,056ft
High Point
801ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the parking lot head north on Borrego Canyon Trail. This trail slowly ascends Borrego Canyon and winds through the oak covered canyon floor. The trail rises gently to the junction with Mustard Road which leads to other trails and areas of the park. 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.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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