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Montanon Ridge Trail
Experienced hikers will love the challenges and views found along this trail.
Plan Around Montanon Ridge Trail
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Montanon Ridge Trail Details
Experienced hikers who want to spend the day exploring Santa Cruz Island should plan on hiking the Montanon Ridge Trail, a loop trail accessible from the pier and Scorpion Beach. Follow the trail to the top of the ridge, where you'll find magnificent views for miles. Along the way you may spot wildflowers and wildlife that live on and above the island. This long ridgeline trail is recommended for very experienced hikers only.
Difficulty
High
Distance
8 mile
Estimated time
6 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Montanon Ridge Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Montanon Ridge Trail
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Scorpion Canyon Loop Trail
You may spot the unique island scrub jay on this loop hike.
0.2 mi away
Santa Cruz Island
The largest island in Channel Islands National Park, and in all of California.
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Scorpion Canyon Campground Picnicking Area
Camping conditions at Scorpion Canyon Campground are primitive but they have a few picnic tables.
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Scorpion Canyon Campground
The largest of Channel Islands National Park's campgrounds is Scorpion Canyon Campground on Santa Cruz Island.
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Smuggler's Road
Hike from north to south, or south to north, along Smuggler's Road on Santa Cruz Island.
