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Mount Saint Helena

This is a hike to the highest peak (4339 ft) in Sonoma County, though it’s only about 1500 ft or so away from the Napa County line. This trail follows a gently graded fire road, so in cool weather it’s fairly easy despite the distance. The hike is 10.2 miles roundtrip, with an elevation gain for around 2300 ft. Parking is free on the side of the road.

For more details and directions, check out the Norcalhiker blog post for this trip.
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Know Before You Go

  • Mount Saint Helena trail is a 10.2-mile roundtrip hike near Calistoga, CA, offering views from Sonoma County's highest peak.
  • The trail follows a gently graded fire road, making it relatively easy in cool weather despite the 2300 ft elevation gain.
  • Free roadside parking is available, and the Norcalhiker blog provides detailed information and directions.
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Distance
10.3 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5.2 hrs
Elev. Gain
2,233'
Rating
0.0
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Added
February 17, 2017
Updated
February 11, 2020

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Total Change
2,143'
Ascent
2,233'
Descent
2,233'

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Vista / Lookout Point
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  1. Parking

    38.655361, -122.596968
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  2. Main Trailhead

    38.655421, -122.596757
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Hazards

Lyme and Other Tickborne Diseases (CDC)

Availability

Summer

Surface type

Dirt

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