4-Nights California Lost Coast Backpacking

The Lost Coast is a remote stretch of the California coastline so rugged that it forced the Coast Highway farther inland. This rare stretch of paradise is a must-do for the backpacker looking for a truly off-the-beaten-path experience—a true MT Sobek adventure. As you traverse the landscape, watch for sea lions, explore tide pools, and enjoy a colorful bounty of wildflowers. Expect to backpack through sand, over rock cobbles, and across streams, with the occasional stretch of smooth hiking trail. Enjoy views of towering mountains, crystal-clear cascading rivers, endless views of the Pacific Ocean, and a diverse array of extraordinary wildlife. Your expert MT Sobek guides handle the details—getting you to the trailhead, teaching you about the history of the landscape, and preparing fantastic backcountry meals—leaving you free to fully focus on enjoying this incredible backpacking adventure.

Highlights:

• Backpack 25 miles of pristine California coastline, where rugged cliffs meet the roaring Pacific
• Take a bucket-list backpacking journey through breathtaking wilderness, with the chance to spot sea lions, otters, and migrating whales
• Discover the remote beauty of the King Range National Conservation Area, a wild, roadless stretch of Northern California that few ever reach

Important Trip Details:
You should be capable of carrying a full backpack for up to 8 miles per day (up to 6 hours per day). Your backpack will weigh 35–40 pounds, which includes 5–10 pounds of group gear. The terrain can be rugged and may require some rock scrambling to negotiate. We will be crossing long stretches of soft sand and gravel with no established trail. There is a potential for stream crossings. This is not a beginning backpack trip. You must have experience backpacking and camping in remote locations.

Minimum Age: 18