Campground to South Wilderness Trail
A quiet out-and-back beneath valley oaks on an unmaintained wilderness trail.
Route overview
Campground to South Wilderness Trail in California.
This route leaves the developed east side for a more solitary oak woodland experience near the park boundary.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Distance
- 10.46 km
- Typical duration
- 180-240 minutes
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 0 m
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- out-and-back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Entrance pass required; ordinary day hiking needs no separate permit.
Safety context
The trail is unmaintained. Carry offline navigation, all water, sun protection, and turn back if the tread becomes unclear. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
The trail is unmaintained. Carry offline navigation, all water, sun protection, and turn back if the tread becomes unclear.
Highlights
South Wilderness, valley oaks, unmaintained trail, solitude
Why find a buddy
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.