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Pacific Crest Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Running trail in Santa Clarita, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Pacific Crest Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Pacific Crest Trail
“It was scenic, fairly easy, and quite enjoyable!”
I wish I had the energy to do even 1/4 of this trail. Did 4 and was wiped out! Not terribly challenging a hike per se but just super lengthy! A historic trail, a must-hike
This trail is awesome! Beautiful scenery. Go early morning to avoid the heat and beware the bees in mile 2. Getting to the bench is about 6 miles.
This is for the section in and around Vasquez Rocks. Beautiful part of the trail. Geology trail. I formation boards. Endless interesting objects. I love this place and if you're on PCT or just looking for an easy walk/hike, check this place out.
I was here at the beginning of December, after Black Friday shopping for cold gear... I was ready to test out my new pants, and make sure I could stay warm. The PCT connects with the trail at Vasquez Rocks and I was excited to be on the historic trail.
Trail conditions & character
“It was scenic, fairly easy, and quite enjoyable!”
Plan your run at Pacific Crest Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitetrailspotting.com
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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