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The Best Hiking in Pescadero

Looking for the best hiking in Pescadero? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Pescadero. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top hiking spots in and near Pescadero

  • Pescadero, California

    Sequoia Audubon Trail

    1.91 mi / 92 ft gain
    Sequoia Audubon Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Bean Hollow Beach Trail

    1.59 mi / 7 ft gain
    Bean Hollow Beach Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Hike the Ben Hollow Beach Trail

    1.7 mi / 68 ft gain
    The Bean Hollow Trail is a fun and simple 1.7 mile out and back hike. Lots of cool dogs (all of them on leash). Easy drive from San Fran, Palo Alto, San Jose or anywhere in between. Check out Smugglers Cove when you go past it! Watch for whales, seals, otters, and poison ivy. This trail is also k...
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  • Pescadero, California

    Butano Fire Trail, Canyon, Jackson Flats, Doe Ridge and Little Butano Creek Trail Loop

    17.06 mi / 79 ft gain
    Butano Fire Trail, Canyon, Jackson Flats, Doe Ridge and Little Butano Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Hike the Little Butano Creek Trail

    1.5 mi
    This short hike follows Little Butano Creek through a lush redwood forest. The trail crosses the creek multiple times as you walk over redwood pine needles and through pockets of ferns. Dogs can join on this trail, but must be on leash.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Butano Creek Trail

    2.49 mi / 341 ft gain
    Butano Creek Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Mill Ox Trail

    0.98 mi / 220 ft gain
    Mill Ox Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Butano Trail Camp via Ox Mill, Jackson Flats and Butano Fire Trail

    9.44 mi / 1781 ft gain
    Butano Trail Camp via Ox Mill, Jackson Flats and Butano Fire Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Camp at Butano State Park

    Butano State Park definitely flies under the radar. But for those who love quick escapes, small crowds, fun hikes, and beautiful redwoods, it's a favorite. The park features miles of hiking trails, 21 drive-in campsites and 18 walk-in campsites. Restrooms with running water are provided. Drinking...
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  • Pescadero, California

    Hike the Canyon Rim Route in Butano State Park

    5.0
    11.7 mi
    Located deep within the Santa Cruz Mountains, Butano State Park boasts a large redwood canyon with many miles of hiking trails as well as campsites. This state park is one of the quietest and least visited parks on the peninsula making a perfect place to escape the hustle of the Bay Area Butano S...
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  • Pescadero, California

    Six Bridges Trail to Ben Ries Campground

    2.13 mi / 581 ft gain
    Six Bridges Trail to Ben Ries Campground is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Gazos Trail

    4.19 mi / 1079 ft gain
    Gazos Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Pescadero, California

    Año Nuevo and Goat Trail Loop

    4.0
    3.76 mi / 761 ft gain
    This steep and winding trail takes you to the top of a ridge where you can see the Pacific coastline and the redwoods piercing through the forest canopy. To do this trail connect the Ano Nuevo Trail, Olmo Fire Road, Goat Trail and the Six Bridges Trail. If you don't have all day to do the Canyon ...
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  • Pescadero, California

    Año Nuevo, Goat Hill, and Butano Creek Trail Loop

    4.86 mi / 942 ft gain
    Año Nuevo, Goat Hill, and Butano Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Pescadero, California.
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  • Half Moon Bay, California

    Stroll along the Southern Beaches at San Gregorio State Beach

    4.0
    2.9 mi / 413 ft gain
    Not a trail per se, but approximately 3 miles (down and back) of beautiful beach to walk down. Lots of interesting caves, wild animals, and rock formations to discover. This is a popular location for sea kayakers. San Gregorio State Beach was originally founded to protect the estuary at the back ...
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  • Loma Mar, California

    Pomponio Loop Trail

    3.32 mi / 735 ft gain
    Pomponio Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Loma Mar, California.
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