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Best hikes in Los Padres National Forest.

The 2 most loved trails in this park on Ranger, ranked by review activity, then length. Edited for first time visitors and returners both.

Park Los Padres National Forest
Hikes ranked 2
Ranger rank #1 of 44163 parks
Best months April, May, November

The 2 best hikes, in order

Ranked by reviews
  1. 01
    Slide Mountain Road
    2.3 mi
  2. 02
    Piru Creek Trail
    0.9 mi

When to go. Best months to visit Los Padres National Forest: April, May, November. Outside these windows, expect closures, weather, or thin crowds.