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Before you reach the next line of vegetation, turn sharply left at a junction, where a path goes straight to the creek bed. After a leftward bend, the trail reaches a four-way junction just shy of a tree-lined ravine. Here you make a hard right and then work your way downhill on a moderate grade, aided in places by steps, to marker 16, right.

Nearing the seasonal creek again, your route bends left, winding downhill over rocky ground and passing a trail, right. Close the loop where the Loop Trail heads right, then retrace your route to the parking area.

TRIP 8 China Camp State Park

Distance 4.9 miles, Semi-loop Hiking Time 2 to 3 hours Elevation Gain/Loss ±400 feet Difficulty Moderate Trail Use Mountain biking allowed Best Times All year Agency CSP Recommended Map China Camp State Park (CSP)

HIGHLIGHTS This semi-loop starts at China Camp Point and uses the Village, Shoreline, Oak Ridge, and Peacock Gap trails, and the Miwok Fire Trail, to explore the western part of this fine park. Except for a short but rigorous climb up the Miwok Fire Trail, most of the route is in the shade, making it pleasant on a warm day. Most of the park’s signed and maintained trails are open to hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians. Be sure not to miss the visitor center, open daily 10 A.M. to 5 P.M., in the village just downhill from China Camp Point.