Mt. McCoy Trail

When:
November 24, 2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
2024-11-24T09:00:00-08:00
2024-11-24T11:00:00-08:00
Mt. McCoy Trail

Directions to Trailhead: Meet in the parking lot, in the south side of Donut Delite, located at the northeast side of the Royal Avenue and Madera Road intersection.

Moderate – 3.0 MRT – 675′ elevation gain

Hike Leader: Mike Kuhn

On the western end of Simi Valley, Mt. McCoy is known as the hill with the large cross at the top. From the top of Mt. McCoy, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views in every direction, including views of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Wood Ranch, Old Boney Mountain and the Channel Islands. Cut under the direction of the Rancho Simi Trail Blazers in 1997, the trail leading the top is 1.5 miles long and climbs 675 feet. It contains switchbacks surrounded by coastal sage scrub, chaparral and other vegetation. This is a mild hike and is great for all ages. From the top, there is a dirt track extending south toward the Presidential Library as well as a dirt trail extending north, down the mountain, to connect with Tierra Rejada Road. The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District owns 200 acres surrounding Mt. McCoy.

Well behaved leashed dogs are always welcome.

Notes:

  • Hike canceled on holidays, if it rains, or if there is a Red Flag Warning in place.