Place

Black Mountain Hike

view of coast and channel from mountain top
Black Mountain

Tim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com

Quick Facts

Scenic View/Photo Spot

A long, steep climb that rewards visitors with oak woodlands and great views (weather permitting) of Santa Rosa, San Miguel, Santa Cruz, and the mainland. Visitors may make this a loop hike by including the Cherry Canyon trail and Telephone and Soledad roads.

Distance: 8 miles (round trip from pier)
Difficulty: Strenuous

Channel Islands National Park

Last updated: May 5, 2021