Near Valencia Peak Trail
Montana de Oro State Park
Near Valencia Peak Trail
Close to bagging peak!
Near Valencia Peak Trail
Walking the ridge on the way up. Stellar views.
Near Valencia Peak Trail
Soak up the ocean view from Valencia Peak Trail.
Near Valencia Peak Trail
Picnic table waiting for you at the top. The top can be fogged in and windy. Bring layers.

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Hike Trail

Valencia Peak Trail

4.2 (12 Ratings)
A great trail to Valencia Peak.
2.2
mi
Distance
1,250
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.19mi
Distance
1,250ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
1,347ft
High Point
97ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Park after Spooner's Cove in the same area you would park for the Bluff Trail. Locate the Valencia Peak trailhead sign on the east side of the road and follow the trail and signs to the peak. Most of this trail is exposed, so sunscreen is essential. The lower parts of the trail are pretty smooth and flowing with little to no debris. Once you start the steeper ascent, there are many more hazards, primarily loose rocks.

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Contributors
Nathan Delaney