United StatesCaliforniaPilot Hill

Pilot Hill

Mountain in California · 1,857 ft

1,857 ft
Elevation
669 ft
Prominence
4.6 mi
Hike length one way
38.8183, -121.0300
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Pilot Hill

4.6 mi
one way
1,414 ft
of ascent
3 h 50 min
round trip

The route starts at Salmon Falls Ranch — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

682 ft4.6 mi · 1,854 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Salmon Falls RanchRecommended
marked trailhead · south of the peak
4.6 mi on foot · ↑ 1,414 ft · about 3 h 50 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · south of the peak
about 5.2 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Cronan Ranch Trailhead
parking · east of the peak
about 5.3 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Pilot Hill?

Pilot Hill is 1,857 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 669 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Pilot Hill?

From Salmon Falls Ranch it is about 4.6 mi one way with 1,414 ft of ascent. Expect around 3 h 50 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Pilot Hill?

The nearest starting point is Salmon Falls Ranch (south of the peak) — 4.6 mi on foot · ↑ 1,414 ft · about 3 h 50 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 5.2 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Pilot Hill in Conquer?

Yes — Pilot Hill is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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