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  2. CA
  3. …North Coast
  4. …Trinidad
  5. Trinidad State Beach
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Picturesque College Cove Beach has good surfing, picnicking, strolling and scenic views of Trinidad Head. Whales whales, dolphins, sea lions, hawks and sea birds.

Short Walk: The trail down to College Cove Beach is steep and somewhat difficult.

Gem Type: Other
Shared by:
Dara Zimmerman

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Jul 29, 2021
Valerie Norton
https://valhikes.blogspot.com/2021/07/elk-head-and-college-cove.html
Sep 29, 2018
Jennifer Wagner
Beautiful hike with the pups and hubby.

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