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Shelf Road

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 4.3 (3)
  1. Areas
  2. CA
  3. …Southern California
  4. …Ojai
  5. Ojai/Nordhoff Ridge
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“The classic Ojai town hike ”

John McKinney
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1.8

Miles

2.9

KM

Point to Point

1,099' 335 m

High

971' 296 m

Low

211' 64 m

Up

230' 70 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

14%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Views · Wildflowers

Family Friendly Very accessible and good for all ages

Overview

Shelf Road is the #1 hike that everyone recommends for visitors to Ojai. It offers great views the entire way, and makes a relatively easy hike that's quite close to town.

Description

The trail connects Gridley Road and North Signal Street via a 1.8-mile dirt road (closed to traffic). Start from either end, and go any distance out and back for great views over the valley. The trail winds through orange and avocado trees, and offers plentiful overlooks.

Contacts

Land Manager: Ojai Valley Land Conservancy

Shared By:

John McKinney
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Trail Ratings

  4.3 from 3 votes

#2

in Ojai/Nordhoff Ridge

#3601

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Recommended Route Rankings

#2

in Ojai/Nordhoff Ridge

#515

in California

#3,601

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Dec 30, 2019
Erin O'Nan
really casual trail overlooking the valley in Ojai. lots of cool plants. good for mountain biking and dogs 1.8mi — 0h 57m
Oct 21, 2019
Victoria Utvick
Aug 11, 2017
Beth Norber Manoushagian
Great hike. Easy conditions. Little shade. Amazing views. Go early to avoid the heat! 3.6mi

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