Trailhead

Gifford Trailhead

California

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Thu95°63°Sunny
Fri94°62°Sunny
Sat90°56°Mostly Sunny
Sun80°50°Sunny
Mon78°54°Sunny
Tue88°58°Sunny
Wed91°Sunny

Thu: Sunny · wind 5 to 10 mph SW

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The site is located on Hwy #166 26 miles east of Santa Maria. This trail is currently within the Front Fire Closure area. No access. Trail is expected to reopen in early 2019. Gifford Trailhead has one large parking area and serving hikers, equestrians. No motorized use allowed. The Gifford trail (18E12) 2.2 miles has beautiful scenic views. Hitching posts. Picnicking 1 table. Stock trailer parking. Difficulty level: Easy The trailhead is open all year.

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Thu95°63°Sunny
Fri94°62°Sunny
Sat90°56°Mostly Sunny
Sun80°50°Sunny
Mon78°54°Sunny
Tue88°58°Sunny
Wed91°Sunny

Thu: Sunny · wind 5 to 10 mph SW

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TWIN ROCKS OHV

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Morro Bay State Park

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