Car Wreck Trail – Dripping Cave (Robbers Cave) loop from Laguna College of Art and Design

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Car Wreck Trail – Dripping Cave (Robbers Cave) loop from Laguna College of Art and Design

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Car Wreck Trail – Dripping Cave (Robbers Cave) loop from Laguna College of Art and Design

02:26

8.02km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

Waypoints

Start point

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1.16 km

Car Wreck Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is named 'Car Wreck Trail' due to the 1964 Dodge coupe seemingly placed there out of the sky. Being that there are no roads near by, the cars location remains a mystery.

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3.95 km

Dripping Cave (Robbers Cave)

Highlight • Cave

The Dripping Cave! In the wet months, there can be enough water to "drip" if not flow in spots. And you never know what wildlife may be in the area.

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5.52 km

Mathis Canyon Trail

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Mathis Canyon Trail is a steady decline (or incline depending on your direction). It is a well trafficked trail meaning the vegetation isn't too overgrown.

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8.02 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.04 km

1.99 km

Surfaces

6.13 km

1.90 km

Elevation