Cerro Alto Loop

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Los Padres National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1,005 ft
Elevation

Experience a climb to one of San Luis Obispo's highest points. Found within West Cuesta Ridge; Cerro Alto Loop, provides spectacular views of San Luis Obispo County, Los Padres National Forest, and the Pacific Ocean. Follow Morro Creek into pretty oak woodlands and traverse to then enjoy open grasslands.

Getting there

35.42444, -120.74111 · 35°25'28.0"N 120°44'28.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in7.46.85.31.80.70.20.10.00.11.62.55.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Cerro Alto Loop

Can you reserve a site at Cerro Alto Loop?
No. Cerro Alto Loop is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Cerro Alto Loop

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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