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Chaparral Loop Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
This is a beautiful, albeit difficult trail alternative to the Lower Chaparral Trail.
0.9
mi
Distance
243
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.88mi
Distance
243ft
Elevation Gain
474ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
1,181ft
High Point
767ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This beautiful but difficult trail connects the Manhattan Canyon Trail to the end of the Chaparral Lower Loop Trail then on to the River View Trailhead Connector. It has some stairs to help with the climb and some stairs to help with the downhill, but the trail is pretty difficult. It is important to watch your footing, especially on the tricky downhill areas.

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Contributors
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