22 min
From the Lone Oak Trailhead, the trail crosses a creek that has steep banks and a rooty section to get up the other side. Use caution as the footing here can be a bit dicey. This section of the trail is more singletrack so watch for poison oak along the edges. <br><br>The trail widens to doubletrack once you're in the shaded canyon, and there's a short, rocky climb followed by another section with exposed roots. You'll be hiking along a shady creek ride all the way to the junction with the Curran Trail so enjoy the cool atmosphere that is especially pleasant on a hot, dry day.