17.2km
Total Distance
1,066m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

From the day-use area of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park the trail leaves the redwoods and climbs steadily through oak woodland and chaparral to the summit of Mount Manuel (1,074 m), with views over the Big Sur coast and deep into the Ventana Wilderness. There is little shade above the redwoods, so start early on hot days.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Drinking water
    at the start
Bus stop
Highway 1 / Ranger Station · 360m from the start
Parking
37m from the start
Path grade (SAC)
T2
Marked route
Manuel Peak Trail

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes
  • Bring enough water - check sources along the route