Lost Coast
From Burden's Landing
In Mendocino County, California.
There are two trails: the northern and southern. The northern trail is more popular and requires permits, which are hard to get and can take up to a year in advance to acquire. You also have to check the tide charts in advance, as the northern trail is treacherous during high tides.
Information on permitting:
- https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/permits-and-passes/lotteries-and-permit-systems/california/kingrange
- https://www.blm.gov/press-release/blm-will-require-overnight-wilderness-reservations-king-range
The southern trail snakes along the cliffs rather than the beach itself, so you can hike without fear during high tides. You also can visit without reservation. It costs $5/night, which you can pay for at the trailhead.[1]
More links:
- https://socalhiker.net/the-lost-coast-trail-an-overview/
- https://www.jmpeltier.com/2014/05/15/backpacking-the-lost-coast-trail/
- https://www.chrissykay.com/blog/how-to-backpack-the-lost-coast-trail
- https://www.wonderlandguides.com/hikes/king-range/lost-coast-trail
- http://www.visitcalifornia.com/attraction/lost-coast
- https://www.californiabeaches.com/map/the-lost-coast-trail-map/
- https://www.sunset.com/travel/california/lost-coast#lost-coast-black-sands-beach
- https://socalhiker.net/the-ten-essentials/
- https://www.jmpeltier.com/sierra-nevada-backpacking-gear/
See Also
- Ashley Harrell. "I hiked California's most remote coastline to escape 2020 and it almost worked." SFGate.com, September 3, 2020.
References
- ↑ Lester Knight. "I accidentally found California's best coastal hike." SFGate.com March 17, 2024.
