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Black Sands Beach loop from Gitchell Creek

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Humboldt County

Black Sands Beach loop from Gitchell Creek

Moderate

3.3

(20)

51

hikers

Black Sands Beach loop from Gitchell Creek

03:08

12.3km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

King Range Wilderness

Rocks and Islands Wilderness

King Range National Conservation Area

Waypoints

A

Start point

Camping Site

1

3.14 km

Horse Mountain Creek - Beach camp

Highlight • Beach

The beach rises high and forms a broad elevated terrace around Horse Mountain Creek delta, and with some giant driftwood trees it forms a natural campsite, prime sunset views included.

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5.25 km

Black Sands Beach

Beach

3

5.92 km

Black Sands Beach

Highlight • Beach

Black Sands Beach marks the southern terminus of The Lost Coast Trail (North).

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4

6.17 km

Black Sands Beach trailhead - Shelter Cove

Highlight • Beach

This eponymous black sandy beach is the Trailhead to the the northern, beachy section of the Lost Coast Trail. Some people only hike this northern section and return from Black …

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B

12.3 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

Surfaces

12.3 km

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