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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The San Lorenzo Loop follows a wide dirt path through an elevated floodplain of the Salinas River beside the county park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The hard packed dirt is great for walking, running or bicycling.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The highlight of the trail is its access to a sandy river beach along the Salinas River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Landscape panorama of the river area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Salinas River beach along the San Lorenzo loop.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The trail offers hikers the chance to get into a peaceful natural area where the large skies might offer bird sightings.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Returning to the San Lorenzo County Park along the last leg of the San Lorenzo loop trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The trail begins and ends in the county park, where tables, bathrooms, water and historical buildings are located.