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Lost Coast Trail (King Range) — California, USA

Lost Coast Trail (King Range)

The only stretch of the California coast without a paved road — 25 miles of black-sand beach hiking below the King Range.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Coast range beach (0–1,250 m)
Best season
May – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Sea Kayaking
  • Beachcombing
  • Wildlife Viewing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Coast range beach (0–1,250 m)
  • Best season: May – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The only stretch of the California coast without a paved road — 25 miles of black-sand beach hiking below the King Range.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: May – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Coast range beach (0–1,250 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Coast range beach (0–1,250 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Lost Coast Trail (King Range)

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Last verified: 1970-01-01