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Cerro Alto Trail

The trailhead is at Cerro Alto Campground. The trail begins along the main campground road where a directional sign is displayed south of the Host Cabin. The steep 3 mile climb to Cerro Alto Peak passes through creekside vegetation and up through chaparral covered hillsides. By springtime wildflowers cover the hillsides. Some of the finest views of the forest can be seen from this trail; one of the most notable views being Morro Bay and Morro Rock. Several miles of coastline can also be seen from the trail. This is a popular trail for mountain bicycles. Be sure to carry drinking water.



 The Basics


Difficulty: Easy
Intermediate
Length: 3 miles
Time to Allow: 1 to 1-1/2 hrs
Managed By: Santa Lucia Ranger District
Los Padres National Forest
1616 N. Carlotti Drive
Santa Maria, CA  93454
Phone: 805-925-9538
Fax: 805-961-5781



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