Near Lizard Rock Trail
Wildflowers bloom along the climb toward Lizard Rock. On your way up, enjoy views of Mountclef Ridge and the mesa.
Near Lizard Rock Trail
Agave blooms between peaks
Near Lizard Rock Trail
The water treatment plant along the back side of the park.

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Lizard Rock Trail

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This trail takes you to the Lizard Rock viewpoint. It then goes down to the Water Treatment plant.
1.7
mi
Distance
577
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.74mi
Distance
577ft
Elevation Gain
639ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
929ft
High Point
338ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail begins north of Lizard Rock along Mount Clef Ridge and heads south until its junction with Mesa Trail. It then takes you to the top of Lizard Rock where you can get great views of the valley. It then continues down, switchbacking into the canyon right along the Hill Canyon Water Treatment Plant eventually terminating at its junction with the Wildwood Canyon Trail.

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