Best trails near Big Sur

6 trails · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best trails near Big Sur, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 6 of 6 trails · best 15 shown on the map
C
Condor Trail
#1 Condor Trail
1.5 mi away
Why 100: intrinsic quality
100Elite
N
North Coast Ridge Trail
#2 North Coast Ridge Trail
0.9 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
B
Boronda Trail
#3 Boronda Trail
2.5 mi away
Why 52: intrinsic quality
52Solid
R
Rodeo Flat Trail
#4 Rodeo Flat Trail
2.5 mi away
Why 52: intrinsic quality
52Solid
G
Gamboa Point Trail
#5 Gamboa Point Trail
2.9 mi away
Why 52: intrinsic quality
52Solid
U
Upper Dolan Ridge Trail
#6 Upper Dolan Ridge Trail
2.9 mi away
Why 52: intrinsic quality
52Solid

Trails near Big Sur

The Big Sur area has 6 trails on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best trails near Big Sur

How are these trails ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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