Last Chance Trail
A moderately challenging trail along the coast provides access to camping and other trails.
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Last Chance Trail Details
This trail runs from the end of Enderts Beach Road (on its north end) to Highway 101 mile marker 15.6 (at its south end). Bikes are allowed on the trail, but not on the beach. This 6.5-mile section of the California Coastal Trail has steep grades and starts out quite strenuous, although it levels out on the old coast highway road. It provides access to the Nickel Creek primitive campground, where backcountry camping is permitted, located about a half-mile from the northern trailhead. At the southern trailhead, you'll find the intersection with the Damnation Creek Trail.
Difficulty
High
Distance
13 miles
Estimated time
Region
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Last Chance Trail
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Enderts Beach
Enderts Beach is a remote beach south of Crescent City.
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Coastal Trail Trailhead
The trailhead for the Coastal Trail is located at the southern terminus of Enderts Beach Road.
0.1 mi away
Crescent Beach Overlook
Located at the end of Enderts Beach Road, this overlook has great views of the Pacific.
0.4 mi away
Nickel Creek Backcountry Camp
Nickel Creek Backcountry Camp is a walk-in campground along the Coastal Trail.
1.2 mi away
Mill Creek Campground
Mill Creek Campground is the largest campground in the park and located among new-growth redwoods.
