Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Los Padres National Forest (NF) · Open Access
This trailhead offers access to the popular area of the Arroyo Seco River known as The Gorge and is notable for the long string of swimming holes with crystal clear water flowing through narrow rock walls. This spot also allows hikers to enter the Ventana Wilderness along the Marble Peak Trail leading to backcountry camps such as Willow Springs and Strawberry.
Area amenities: Parking, picnic table, water hydrant, portable toilets.
36.23410, -121.48740 · 36°14'2.8"N 121°29'14.6"W
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| Precip in | 6.9 | 6.5 | 4.7 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 2.6 | 5.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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