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An ultra-scenic coastal loop through the best of breathtaking Patrick's Point State Park.


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3.9

Miles

6.2

KM

Loop

286' 87 m

High

144' 44 m

Low

548' 167 m

Up

558' 170 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

16%

Max Grade (9°)

Dogs No Dogs

Features Birding · Views · Wildlife

Dogs are not allowed on trails, only leashed on paved roads.

Overview

A great loop hike to explore all that Patrick's Point State Park has to offer.

Description

The Patrick's Point Loop combines the best dirt and gravel trail with the most scenic park access road, capturing the highlights of Patrick's Point State Park.

The trail begins at the beautiful Agate Beach Overlook and takes the Patrick's Point Rim Trail along the coast to incredible panoramic views from Palmer's Point. The trail circles back on the access road, returning to the Agate Beach Overlook parking area.

Multiple spur trails can be added to the loop trail for a longer outing.

Flora & Fauna

Mountain lion, deer, eagles, hawks, sea birds, sea lions, otters, whales, dolphins, Sitka spruce forest, huckleberry, salmon berry, thimble berry.

Contacts

Shared By:

Dara Zimmerman

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  4.5 from 2 votes

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The coast to the south from Palmer's Point.
Jul 6, 2020 near Westhav…, CA
Mussel Rocks Trail.
May 2, 2017 near Westhav…, CA
Palmers Point - Patrick's Point State Park.
May 2, 2017 near Westhav…, CA
Patrick's Point Rim Trail.
May 2, 2017 near Westhav…, CA
Agate Beach
Aug 8, 2017 near Westhav…, CA
A big rock on Patrick's Point Rim Trail.
May 2, 2017 near Westhav…, CA

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Apr 12, 2023
Valerie Norton
https://valhikes.blogspot.com/2023/04/agate-beach-and-around-rim.html
Jun 1, 2020
Samay Shah
Jul 20, 2019
Erin Gaither
12h 37m
Jan 27, 2019
Genady Shagal
Aug 13, 2018
Genady Shagal
41.139822, -124.149486P at Agate Beach CMP
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