Old Smith Ranch Preserve Trailhead
- 28355 Shoreline Hwy, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, USA
- 09/30/2026
Jackson Demonstration State Forest trailhead
Description
Jackson Demonstration State Forest offers a variety of low cost and free recreational opportunities. Recreational activities include camping, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, mushroom collecting, hunting and picnicking. Seasonal camping is offered mid-May through September, weather dependent. There are a total of 48 miles of sanctioned trails. The forest remains open to the public at most locations, however some areas are subject to temporary closure for visitor safety.
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41729 Caspar Little Lake Rd, Mendocino, CA 95460, USA
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- Little River, CA 95456, USA
- 09/30/2026
Sweet Pea Trail
- 87W2+73, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, USA
- 09/30/2026
JMW Solutions
Ok so it is my first time entering this state park and it is absolutely beautiful. My partner and I decided to take the trail that led to a very popular waterfall attraction and enjoy the scenery. All was great and the people we passed were friendly enough, but a few bad apples.
As far as the trail or “loop,” well, it was advertised as mostly flat by local park rangers, but that is a bit of a stretch. Sure the first two miles from the entrance is mostly flat, but when you reach the crossroads, prepare for a steep incline that crests up and down; mostly up. On the way back, definitely go the opposite route of the loop as most of the uphill lasts only half a mile then is ninety-percent downhill.
Stretch beforehand, bigger people should be careful, bring REALLY GOOD hiking shoes, some snacks, plenty of water and watch your step.
Myat
Good hiking place.
Steph S
Loved this place! So beautiful! The ocean and redwoods!
Three Travels
We’ve been before, sadly you don’t find out that no dogs allowed on trail till you’re a few yards in. We watched several just walk on by the sign anyways. We were tempted, because we always keep dog on leash, as well as pick up possible waste, so it was disappointing to not be able to progress further
Nicholas Brown
Great hiking area! Lots of spots on the side of the road for parking. The North Boundary Trail provides access to the North Trail and Falls Loop Trail where there is a nice waterfall.