Near Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail
Enjoy beautiful, small falls along the path of the Purisima Creek Trail.
Near Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail
It's a smooth ascent to the parking area along the Purisima Creek Trail.
Near Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail
Typical scenery for the area. Near a stone bench, which is marked on the park map.
Near Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail
Bridges, natural and otherwise. Only one fallen tree partially blocked the trail, and was easily avoided. The rest were part of the motif.
Near Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail
Tight switchback on the west end of the trail. Long stretches of the trail are open to the elements.

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Bay Area Ridge Trail: Craig Britton Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
The Craig Britton Trail for foot traffic is a relatively level trail through a majestic redwood forest.
2.4
mi
Distance
865
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.41mi
Distance
865ft
Elevation Gain
343ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
1,540ft
High Point
979ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Summer fog sometimes bathes the forested areas, while the open, south-facing ridges may be hot.

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