Near Rock Canyon Trail
The beginning of Rock Canyon Trail.
Near Rock Canyon Trail
The start of the trail.
Near Rock Canyon Trail
Just little holes on the side of the trail. This one is on the left side as soon as you pass the fifth bridge.
Near Rock Canyon Trail
One of the views before the campground.

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Rock Canyon Trail

4.0 (12 Ratings)
A rocky trail up Rock Canyon to Rock Canyon Campground.
2.8
mi
Distance
1,702
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.82mi
Distance
1,702ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
6,839ft
High Point
5,137ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a tough, rocky climb but provides beautiful views of the cliff walls in Rock Canyon as well as access to Squaw Peak, the Squaw Peak Road, and Slate Canyon Trail #061 and Slide Canyon Trail #062. The trail starts in the Rock Canyon parking lot which is located where 2300 ends. At the east end of the parking lot, there is a gate. Head through it and follow the asphalt up the canyon. The asphalt ends shortly and the trail turns to a dirt road, then to a wide singletrack. You'll cross 5 bridges on your way up. Keep an eye out for the marked turnoffs to Squaw Peak and Slide Canyon Trail #062. This entire trail is a climb, so be prepared for that.

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