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Oso Loop

4.0 (1 Rating)
A rocky jeep road with short, steep climbs and great views.
5.9
mi
Distance
529
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.94mi
Distance
529ft
Elevation Gain
552ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
4,534ft
High Point
4,220ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Oso Loop is named after Oso Mountain (the highest point in BBRSP). It's predominantly a jeep road with several shorter climbs, lots of loose rocks, and loose rocks in the climbs. It will however reward you with some amazing views of the western portion of the park. It ends at the Agua Adentro pens where it joins the west portion of the Main Park Road. Side trips include a hike up Oso Mountain, or heading down Las Burras Trail or Rancherias Trail.

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Contributors
Jiri Hajek