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Morro Bay

Morro Bay — National Estuary – Black Hill loop from Morro Bay

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
California
San Luis Obispo County
Morro Bay

Morro Bay — National Estuary – Black Hill loop from Morro Bay

Moderate

2.9

(21)

66

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Morro Bay — National Estuary – Black Hill loop from Morro Bay

03:07

11.0km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 13, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Morro Bay State Marine Recreational Management Area

Morro Bay State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

987 m

Morro Bay — National Estuary

Highlight • Lake

The Morro Bay National Estuary Program office can provide information about the preserve, and from the viewing platform at the restaurants next door are great views of the bay and Morro Rock.

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3.17 km

Heron Rookery Natural Preserve

Nature Reserve

3

3.64 km

You are treated to stunning views of the bay from the museum and its outdoor sculpture garden. The museum costs $3 to enter (free for kids 17 and under) and …

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4

3.77 km

Excellent small museum about coastal marine life, and a shallow beach area safe for swimming with kids

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5

4.49 km

Marina Peninsula Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very nice and informative trail through the brackish water area

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6

8.01 km

Black Hill

Highlight • Summit

You can enjoy the beautiful views towards the Morro Rock and the bay from the peak of this volcanic mountain belonging to the Nine Sisters.

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B

11.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.92 km

2.66 km

2.53 km

835 m

Surfaces

3.72 km

2.66 km

2.51 km

792 m

789 m

444 m

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