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Upper Lopez Canyon Road

2.5 (2 Ratings)
A 4WD road connecting Big Falls Trail and Little Falls Trail (14E03).
12.8
mi
Distance
2,126
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/Creek
Access Issues
The land on either side of this connector is private. Be sure to stay on the road and don't trespass.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
12.81mi
Distance
2,126ft
Elevation Gain
1,611ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
1,157ft
High Point
529ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This road serves as a connector between Big Falls Trail and Little Falls Trail (14E03). In its entirety, it connects Lopez Lake in the west with Big Falls/Lopez Canyon Trailhead in the east towards Lopez Lake. Approaching from Big Falls Trail climb out of the creek at the end of the trail and take a left at the sign. Taking a right past the gate would take you up Lopez Trail and to Mt. Lowe. Approaching from Little Falls Trail (14E03) cross a creek the road is at the termination of the trail. The road itself is well maintained as it is used for residential access in Upper Lopez Canyon. It is in a canyon shaded with large oak trees and follows a river so it is scenic in-and-of itself. After rain storms, the river crosses the road at a half dozen or so spots with the deepest crossing being knee height. There will be light traffic from residents and rednecks who have gone "off-roading" so be careful.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Chris Fa