Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 17 to choose from in the Coast Range. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Coast Range.
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Hiking Highlight (Segment)
This trail serves as access to the High Peaks from the west side of the park, and it offers an impressive approach toward them. The trail goes first through a …
Tip by Javi
Hiking Highlight
Beautiful natural pools carved out by Santa Paula Creek into the rockbed of Santa Paula Canyon, with crystal clear water to swim in and a gorgeous 25-foot waterfall.
Tip by maniboyflex
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Hiking Highlight
It's high drama at Devil's Churn, where the ocean is constantly crashing and foaming against volcanic rock. The best shows are at high tide and during winter storms.
Tip by Juliet
Running Highlight (Segment)
Linking Wildcat Gorge and Inspiration Peak, this is a great connector trail. After rain it’s often very muddy, so be aware of that.
Tip by liamlonsdale
Hiking Highlight
If the tide is too high to continue this is a possible camp area for hammocks, though it is not safe (high enough) in case of storm tides, and there …
Tip by 🕊️ 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓
Mountain Biking Highlight
A set of small rapid fall down a steep section of Wildcat Creek here. A connector trail from Oak Rd crosses a nice wooden bridge with a picnic spot, and …
Tip by 🕊️ 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓
Hiking Highlight
This natural oasis is the perfect stop if you're willing to pay the $5 entrance fee (cash only). Here you will find lots of small to moderate waterfalls, making the …
Tip by oliviakellis
Hiking Highlight
The Faery Falls is a beautiful waterfall that cascades into a large pool, surrounded by lush forest and moss-covered cliffs. You reach this waterfall via a short, easy hike through …
Tip by Jamie S.
Road Cycling Highlight
Wheeler Gorge is a breathtaking road cut into the rock. Of particular interest are a series of small tunnels and a bridge over North Fork Matilija Creek that is quite …
Tip by EuroCyclingTrips
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