McKinley Trailhead

Area Status: Open

McKinley Trailhead is located approximately 13 miles from the junction of Figueroa Mtn Road and Happy Canyon/Sunset Valley Road.  In order to reach the trailhead, one must hike to the trailhead for 13 miles past the locked gate. From the trailhead one can access Big Cone Spruce Campsite and continue to the Manzana Trail in the San Rafael Wilderness.

At a Glance

Reservations: None
Area Amenities:
  • Toilets: none
  • Parking: Yes
  • Drinking water: none - seasonal spring water only - bring your own water
Fees: None
Best Season: Spring/Summer/Fall
Busiest Season: Spring/Summer
Closest Towns: Santa Ynez, California
Water: seasonal spring water
Restroom: none
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Santa Lucia Ranger District
1616 No.Carlotti Dr.
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone: (805) 925-9538

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
34.7270

  Longitude : 
-119.9195