Santa Rosa, California · Sonoma County
This newly rebuilt trail in 2021/2022 replaces old Eastern Route trail to Taylor Mountain's summit. It's a much gentler climb to the top, though a bit longer with several long switchbacks & wide turns. Suitable for hikers & mountain bikes both ways.
This newly rebuilt trail in 2021/2022 replaces old Eastern Route trail to Taylor Mountain's summit. It's a much gentler climb to the top, though a bit longer with several long switchbacks & wide turns. Suitable for hikers & mountain bikes both ways.
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail conditions in California change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
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