01 Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

Saturday, July 16, 2022

Start time: 10:30 AM

Start Location: North Windsor Blvd trailhead

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Directions

From Paso Robles, take Highway 46 West toward Cambria. Turn right at Highway 1 toward Cambria. Turn left at Windsor Blvd (street light). Trailhead begins at the end of Windsor.

Distance and hiking conditions

3 mile easy loop, modest hill climb to begin.

Dogs?

Yes, on leash

Lunch option?

Yes, Main Street Grill

Weather conditions

Forecast is for high heat inland, which usually means cool and chance of fog on the coast. Expected high is 71 degrees.

Trail Description

Fiscalini Ranch Preserve is a collection of multiple, short trails. We will be combining 3 trails to create an approximately 3 mile loop. The hike should take about 90 minutes. Bring your camera.


SeaClift Trail 0.3 mi.

The trail climbs uphill from the north Windsor Avenue entrance, connecting to the Meander or Dolphin Trails, featuring a seasonal creek, grasslands, and seasonal wildflowers. Moderate elevation change.

Forest Loop Trail 1.0 mi.

Winding through 70 acres of native Monterey pines and coast live oaks, the trail offers a magnificent forest habitat experience.

Bluff Trail 0.9 mi.

A beautiful walk on boardwalk and gravel paths, the trail follows the coastal bluff from Windsor Boulevard North to South and is part of the 1,100 Mile California Coastal Trail System.