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Recreation Region: Santa Lucia Ranger District

Manzana Trailhead EAST (Upper) Nira

The East Trail (31W13.2) follows the Mazana canyon east to the narrows, then climbs over the Hurricane Deck at White Ledge to end at South Fork Guard Station on the Sisquoc River. Access the trail from Nira Campground via Sunset Valley Road. Trail distance is 13.8 miles. 

MANZANA - A Spanish word for little apples. In the Manzana area it possibly refers to the large number of Manzanita bushes that grow along parts of the creek.

Check www.hikelospadres.com for trail and water conditions

General Information

No fishing allowed in the Davy Brown Creek or tributarities of the Sisquoc River.

Wilderness/backcountry permits are not issued. To obtain a CA Campfire Permit, go to www.readyforwildfire.com.

For current fire restricctions, please call the Santa Lucia Ranger District at (805) 623-0328 or check the fire restrictions on the Los Padres website.

The Nira-Upper Manzana Creek Trailhead is managed by the Parks Management Company for the Forest Service. $10 per vehicle per day to park at the trailhead. Parking outside of the Nira Campground is free. No Adventure Pass.

Getting There

Parking

Yes

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Yes

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 12th, 2025