Lost Coast Trail (CA)

Mendocino County, California, United States

56.1 miles (90.3 km) · 9,196 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Lost Coast Trail (CA) is a 56.1 mile point-to-point route located in Mendocino County, California, United States. The route climbs 9,196 feet and descends 9,040 feet. The largest climb extends 7.4 miles, gaining 2,342 feet. The course averages 170 feet of vertical gain per mile. 65% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 11.0 out of 10, placing it in the 67.58th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring California.