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Hike to Carrizo Gorge Railway Trestle Bridge (Goat Canyon Trestle), San Diego, California
The Carrizo Gorge Railway Trestle Bridge is located in Goat Canyon in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Southern California. At the time it was built the Carrizo Gorge Railroad in Anza Borrego was called the "impossible railroad" due to the fact that it required the construction of 17 tunnels and numerous trestles to negotiate the foreboding terrain. It was completed in 1919.
The trailhead itself is located at the end of this 7 mile jeep trail which winds through Mortero Wash. This hiking trail is pretty technical with many sections of loose rock and steep descends so it is only recommended for experienced hikers.
Be careful on the tracks since there are plans to reopen the line.
As of MARCH 2015: some attempts at using the railway for tourism between 2008 and MARCH 2015, but the railway is still out of service and there is even some abandoned cars on the tracks.
This area is desert so the best hiking times are in the cool seasons.
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