Silver Camp Loop via Salmon Creek Trail and Cruickshank Trail
15.1 mi
Distance
6 hrs 19 min
Time
terrain
3,025 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult loop trail to Silver Camp in Los Padres National Forest.
This trail goes by Buckeye Campground, North Buckeye Camp, Cruickshank Campground, Lion Den Camp, Estrella Camp, Upper Salmon Creek Falls, and Spruce Creek Camp.
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Rate this Hike
★★★★★
A friend and I backpacked this loop starting from the Cruickshank trailhead in 2 nights, it was relatively easy and I would certainly do it again. The portion of the Cruikshank trail from hwy 1 to the loop is pretty overgrown in some spots and the main loop has a few areas of overgrowth but not the worst I’ve seen and it’s passable. The perennial water sources are mostly low strength but every camp has a viable source. The salmon creek falls are accessible and a great place to stop and swim. Overall a good trail with everything you need for a good backpacking trip.
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