Near Bear Creek Overlook Trail
Nice stroll through the woods before descending through the Split Bow arch.
Near Bear Creek Overlook Trail
Bear Creek overlook in the Big South Fork NRRA

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Bear Creek Overlook Trail

3.0 (2 Ratings)
A short trail to a scenic overlook of the river.
0.3
mi
Distance
13
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.28mi
Distance
13ft
Elevation Gain
21ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,246ft
High Point
1,221ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the trailhead parking lot, follow the mowed trail through tall grass. Eventually, the trail will transition back into the woods before descending via wooden steps to the overlook. The views from the overlook platform are stellar. The big bend in the river makes for expansive views both up and downstream. The rock cliffs on the opposing shoreline are also unique sights.

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Contributors
Brian Smith