Near Backbone Trail: Kanan to Zuma Ridge
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Near Backbone Trail: Kanan to Zuma Ridge
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Backbone Trail: Kanan to Zuma Ridge

4.0 (3 Ratings)
A popular segment of the Backbone with rolling hills and pretty scenery.
2.5
mi
Distance
541
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.54mi
Distance
541ft
Elevation Gain
357ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
1,723ft
High Point
1,415ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The standard manner to access this trail is to park at the Kanan parking lot. Take the trail heading west. After close to 3 miles, you'll end up at Zuma Ridge Mountainway fire road. To continue onto the next segment of the backbone, head left a few hundred feet and spot the singletrack going up on your right. Otherwise, embark on a hellish journey on the Zuma Ridge fire road, or turn around.

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