Bates Canyon
Total Miles
7.6
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Surrounded by chaparral in the Los Padres National Forest. This trail can be closed due to weather. Please check the LPNF website. The best time to go is in the spring to see the flowers and green hills. There is a first come first serve campground at the base of the mountains.
Photos of Bates Canyon
Difficulty
Due to the weather/storms, it can be very rutted, including potholes. The majority of the trail is going up an incline.
Status Reports
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