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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
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Trail use and trail camps are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations. No wilderness or backcountry permit required. |
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| Area Amenities: |
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| Fees: | 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. |
| Permit Info: | Wilderness/backcountry permits are not issued. To obtain a CA Campfire Permit, go to www.readyforwildfire.com. |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | spring/summer/fall |
| Busiest Season: | spring |
| Restrictions: | 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. |
| Closest Towns: | Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, Solvang |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | Parks Management Company for the Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Santa Lucia Ranger District 1616 No.Carlotti Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93454 Phone: (805) 925-9538 |
General Information
General Notes:No fishing allowed in the Davy Brown Creek or tributarities of the Sisquoc River.
Activities
Day Hiking
| Fees: | As of November 1, 2016, the East Manzana Trailheda (upper) will no longer be an Adventure Pass trailhead. Interagency Passes will NOT be accepted. This site will be managed by the Parks Management for the Forest Service. $10 per vehicle per night or you can purchase and use the Parks Management Pass for $50 (day use only). Pass can be purchased through the Parks Management Company 805-434-1996 or www.campone.com |
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Backpacking
| Fire Information | Contact the Santa Lucia Ranger District for current fire restrictions at 805-925-9538 X 0 or check the Los Padres website: www.fs.usda.gov/lpnf |
| Fees: | As of November 1, 2016, the East Manzana Trailheda (upper) will no longer be an Adventure Pass trailhead. Interagency Passes will NOT be accepted. This site will be managed by the Parks Management for the Forest Service. $10 per vehicle per night or you can purchase and use the Parks Management Pass for $50 (day use only). Pass can be purchased through the Parks Management Company 805-434-1996 or www.campone.com |
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