Lost Coast Trail, CA
Many people haven’t even heard of the Lost Coast, but what makes this hike incredibly unique is that it’s in a remote location while at the same time in a state of about 40 million people. The almost 25-mile hike can be walked in either direction, starting near Shelter Cove.
There’s a parking lot for you to leave your car and start your trek, and if you don’t have anyone to pick you up at the end of the trail, shuttle busses can get you from one end to another. For those looking for a longer hike, the southern section of the Lost Coast Trail runs to Usal Beach, which includes 30 plus miles south of Black Sands Beach.
The Lost Coast trail makes its way along empty, misty stretches of beach and forest. Just bear in mind the tide schedule when beginning your hike. A few miles of the trail are impassable at high tide, so make sure to do your research before heading out. It’s also recommended that hikers carry bear-proof canisters.
Fun fact: This section of coast running from Northern Mendocino into Humboldt county is the most extensive undeveloped coastline in the USA outside of Alaska!
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