Near Cholla Loop
Enjoy this view from the common portion of the Pyramid and Bursera trails.
Near Cholla Loop
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Cholla Loop

3.0 (2 Ratings)
Fun and flowy loop with great views of the desert.
3.7
mi
Distance
338
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.74mi
Distance
338ft
Elevation Gain
338ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,451ft
High Point
1,250ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
After heading north from the Busera parking lot, take a right (east). Hike out and around the toe edge of Busera and head northeast towards the obvious zig-zags that go up Pyramid Trail. You'll peel off before Pyramid gets steep. Trail is well marked with "Cholla" posts after that. Mostly uphill heading out, with nice flowing path thereafter.

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Contributors
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