Scenic Canyon - Red Rock State Park - California

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5/5 (10 reviews)
Cantil, California (Kern County)
Last Updated: 12/07/2018
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With only a 2-hour drive north of Los Angeles, spectacular canyons can be observed in the El Paso Mountains. Black Rock Canyon in the Red Rock State Park is one such canyon. Previously home to the Kawaiisu Indians, the El Paso Mountains contain much of their heritage to this day. Later on, mining became the mainstay. Many mining camps of different minerals are spread across this mountain range. The Dutch Cleanser Mines, Bickel Camp, Cudahy Camp, Burro Schmidt Tunnel, Holland Camp, and Holly Ash Mine are just a few of the attractions. This is a perfect trail if you love history, scenery, and are new to offroading.


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5/5 (11)
This trail guide's difficulty was changed on 10/22/2023
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Visited: 10/07/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Just as the name implies, it's a nice little scenic trail. Nothing difficult. However on 10/7/2023 the Hagen Canyon Trail was closed for some reason, making this an out-and-back trail since there was no other way back to the trailhead.
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 07/02/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Easier

A quick and easy trail. You can also connect to other trails throughout the park from this one.
Trail Review: Scenic Canyon - Red Rock State Park - California - Edward Myers
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 05/16/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

A nice fairly easy trail. It’s really beautiful back there. When you come across the cliff face I was almost bummed as i thought it was the entrance off highway 14 but is a different cliff face and nice and secluded. I definitely enjoyed this small section of trail.
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 01/12/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Beautiful trial and good for beginners.
Trail Review: Scenic Canyon - Red Rock State Park - California - Sotheanit Sarn
Trail Review: Scenic Canyon - Red Rock State Park - California - Sotheanit Sarn

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