El Capitan Nature Trail

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El Capitan Nature Trail

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Article by Seth Smigelski on Hikespeak.com
Address: 2 El Capitan State Beach Rd
Gaviota
Gaviota Coast
93117
United States
Trail Distance: .35 miles
Elevation Gain: 18 feet
Shade: Yes, in the wooded area of the trail
Accessibility: Marked ADA accessible
Restrictions: No dogs, no bikes
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