Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2025

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Parking

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30 m

Pratt Trail

This trail in Valley View Preserve ascends the valley between chaparral vegetation, working as a connector with Foothill Trail, Cozy Dell, Fuel Break Road, and Nordhoff Ridge Road.

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2.43 km

Fuelbreak Road Trail is a rolling hike with many inclines and declines. Hiking this trail, there are views of the valley and some vineyards all around. There are a few small streams to cross along the way.

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3.49 km

Waterfall

One of many small waterfalls that descend from an unnamed stream in Los Padres National Forest. Here is a great place to take a break and chill while listening to the water flowing.

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9.48 km

Shelf Road Trail

Shelf Road Trail is an easy trail, between avocado and orange trees, that connects Gridley Road and North Signal Street.

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10.7 km

End point of Shelf Road

Shelf Road goes along a stream, with views of the upper valley, finishing at North Signal Street. If you want to go a little further, you will reach Pratt Trailhead.

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11.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.21 km

1.96 km

894 m

326 m

Surfaces

7.37 km

2.80 km

1.22 km

Elevation

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Fuel Break Road and Shelf Road loop — Valley View Preserve

Pratt Trail

Fuelbreak Road

Waterfall

Shelf Road Trail

End point of Shelf Road

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