Near Bidwell Park - Lower Park Path
North park path, Lower Bidwell Park
Near Bidwell Park - Lower Park Path
Big Chico Creek
Near Bidwell Park - Lower Park Path
Lower Bidwell Park Creek Trails
Near Bidwell Park - Lower Park Path
North park path, Lower Bidwell Park

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Bidwell Park - Lower Park Path

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A staple of hiking in Bidwell Park.
2.4
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.39mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
54ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
267ft
High Point
213ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is a wide, smooth dirt path beginning at the One Mile recreation area behind the bathrooms. The Lower Park Path sits between North Park Drive and Vallombrosa Ave. It is likely the most used trail in all of Bidwell Park. There are half mile markers along the path as well as vita course stations along the path.

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