Last updated: April 12, 2021
Thing to Do
Solstice Canyon Trail
NPS
Solstice Canyon Trail
Easy to Moderate 2.1 miles, round-trip.
Travel through a beautiful, shaded riparian environment on the Solstice Canyon Trail alongside a year-round creek. Along your hike you’ll discover the historic ruins of an old stone hunting cabin. At the end of the trail, you will come across more ruins with the remains of the Roberts Ranch house, originally constructed by renowned architect, Paul Revere Williams. Follow the path a little further to find the waterfall. For the return hike, climb the switchbacks of the Rising Sun Trail from the ruins to take yourself to the top of Solstice Canyon and hike back with a grand view of the Pacific Ocean.
Easy to Moderate 2.1 miles, round-trip.
Travel through a beautiful, shaded riparian environment on the Solstice Canyon Trail alongside a year-round creek. Along your hike you’ll discover the historic ruins of an old stone hunting cabin. At the end of the trail, you will come across more ruins with the remains of the Roberts Ranch house, originally constructed by renowned architect, Paul Revere Williams. Follow the path a little further to find the waterfall. For the return hike, climb the switchbacks of the Rising Sun Trail from the ruins to take yourself to the top of Solstice Canyon and hike back with a grand view of the Pacific Ocean.
Details
Duration
2-3 Hours
Budget around 2 ½ to 3 hours for this hike at a minimum.
Activity
Hiking
Easy to Moderate, 2.1 miles round-trip. Waterfall will be found at the end of the Solstice Canyon Trail before starting on the Rising Sun Trail. Rising Sun trail will offer the ocean views.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets must be on a leash.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Solstice Canyon
Intersection of Corral Canyon Road and Solstice Canyon Road.
Reservations
No
Parking lot is open from 8am until sunset.
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
Solstice Canyon offers a variety of trail types including wide, paved fire roads and moderately uneven trails. In some sections, the trails narrow and there are small creek crossings. Several trails offers shaded areas, as well as benches and picnic tables along the way.