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Features
River/Creek · Views
Be aware that the trailhead parking area has high amount of vehicle break-ins compared to the surrounding area.
Overview
Experience great views of the ocean and of grasslands as you complete this loop around Mugu Peak.
Description
This hike begins at the trailhead for the
Chumash Trail, directly off of Highway 1. Following the
Chumash Trail up the coastal mountain you'll gain a significant amount of elevation in just a short amount of time. After 7/10 of a mile you'll have accomplished 900ft of elevation gain. At this point the trail reaches a saddle and starts to level off a bit. There is also a trail juncture here with the
Mugu Peak Trail. Continue north along the
Chumash Trail and you'll see an expanse of grassland in the
La Jolla Valley. Continue along the
Chumash Trail until you reach the intersection with the
La Jolla Valley Loop Trail.
Turn right here to follow the
La Jolla Valley Loop Trail to the southeast along the grasslands. Stay to the right as you hike this portion of the trail and soon you'll reach the
Mugu Peak Trail junction. Take a right to follow the
Mugu Peak Trail, which will wind back down to the
Chumash Trail along the southern side of Mugu Peak. If you want to summit Mugu Peak you can veer off of the trail briefly onto the
Mugu Peak Connector, which will bring you there. Return to the
Mugu Peak Trail to make your way down. Once you hit the
Chumash Trail turn left for the steep descent to return to the original parking lot.
Thanks to John McKinney, The Trailmaster, for sharing this trail description. To learn more about trails in California, check out his guides at
The Trailmaster Store.
Flora & Fauna
The
Chumash Trail is surrounded by yucca, cactus, and the yellow coreopsis.
Shared By:
John McKinney
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