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Tolowa Dunes Trail

The Tolowa Dunes Trail at Tolowa Dunes State Park in Crescent City, California is an easy 2.7-mile out-and-back trail that leads north to the ocean shore and back to parking.

This hike begins by following Sand Hill Road and continues north along the sandy trail. Roughly 0.5-miles from the trailhead, Sand Hill Road technically ends and the trail continues on. The trail also includes interpretive signs for hikers to learn about the landscape and settlers who once lived here.

This trail is lightly trafficked and is a great trail for families and hikers of all skill levels.

Pets: Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.

Parking: Parking can be found at the coordinates provided and there's enough room for a handful of vehicles.
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Know Before You Go

  • Tolowa Dunes Trail is an easy, 2.7-mile out-and-back hike in Crescent City, CA, suitable for all skill levels and families.
  • The trail follows a sandy path north towards the ocean, features interpretive signs, and begins on Sand Hill Road.
  • Dogs are allowed on leash, and hikers are responsible for removing pet waste; parking is limited.
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Distance
2.7 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
1.4 hrs
Elev. Gain
57'
Rating
0.0
Added
August 12, 2019
Updated
August 13, 2019

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Total Change
42'
Ascent
57'
Descent
57'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.796741, -124.22361
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.796348, -124.223708

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Snakes (Rattlesnakes, Copperheads, others)
Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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