Near Headquarters Trail
Looking north on the trail.

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Headquarters Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
This an easy trail at the entrance of the park with good views of the mountains and Skyline Drive
0.3
mi
Distance
8
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.35mi
Distance
8ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
5,034ft
High Point
5,023ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail is narrow and a little rocky. It is fairly straight, and there are not many turns and is not difficult to hike. This trail connects to the Montezuma Quail Trail and ends at the bird observatory. There are many interesting desert plants along the trail. I visited this trail at sunrise best time to see some wildlife.

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Contributors
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