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Ocean View Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A very diverse trail completed in 2018. The most direct way to get from the top to the bottom of Irish Hills.
3.6
mi
Distance
41
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.56mi
Distance
41ft
Elevation Gain
1,058ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
1,190ft
High Point
165ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Ocean Way is mostly rocky singletrack interspersed with some smooth singletrack and doubletrack. Its grade is very moderate and manageable if you're okay with lots of medium-sized loose rocks. There are good views of San Luis Obispo. The trail begins at the terminus of the Froom Creek Trail and gradually descends to the Home Depot Trailhead. There are multiple offshoot trails that eventually rejoin the main trail. All intersections are well marked so follow signs for the Ocean View Trail.

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Contributors
Chris Fa