Noble Canyon Trail

Area Status: Open

Noble Canyon Trail

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Distance	10 miles one way/15 miles one way with BLT connection
Pets Allowed	Yes
Fees	Adventure Pass Required if parking at the Noble Canyon Trailhead
Hike/Ride Time	Full day
Difficulty	Strenuous
Best Seasons	Fall, Spring, Winter
Location	Can be accessed from the Penny Pines Trailhead or Noble Canyon Trailhead.
Ranger District	Descanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235

The Big Laguna Trail to Noble Canyon connection, is largely hailed as one of the best rides in Southern California. Those who have not experienced this unique single-track trail, with its challenging inclines and scenic vistas, are missing out on one of the premier recreational opportunities in the country. Popular with mountain bikers, trail runners, and hikers alike, the skill level can vary from easy to difficult depending on the chosen connecting trail. On its own, Noble Canyon stands as one for the more ambitious rider or hiker, with nearly 10-miles (one way) of ledge hugging switchbacks, steep slopes, and jagged rocks, finishing the ride can occasionaly require some walking. For an easier route, users can begin at mile marker 19 and trek through Sunset Trail before hitting the fork to Big Laguna and eventually Noble Canyon.

For more information on hiking this trail, please see our Spotlight: Noble Canyon Trail. For a list of other trails in your area, please see our Recreation Trail Guide .

At a Glance

Closest Towns:	Pine Valley, CA
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Directions: To reach the upper end, take Sunrise Highway from I-8 (near Pine Valley) and drive north 13.5 miles to just past the second cattle guard on the highway. Vehicles should park on either side of the highway in the paved turnouts. The trail departs the western turnout and is marked by a small sign. The lower end of the trail is reached by driving 1.2 miles north of Pine Valley on Olde Highway 80, then 1.6 miles north on Pine Creek Road.