Near Fatman's Loop Trail #25
Wave Rock - Pipeline Connector Trail
Near Fatman's Loop Trail #25
One of my favorite parts of Fatman is going through the rocks on the eastern part of the trail. Highly recommend taking the path to the right (east) to start the loop.
Near Fatman's Loop Trail #25
The dry landscape on lower Fatmans Loop.

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Fatman's Loop Trail #25

4.2 (15 Ratings)
Fatman's Loop has some decent elevation gain and technical, rocky sections if done counterclockwise.
1.4
mi
Distance
511
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.36mi
Distance
511ft
Elevation Gain
14ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
7,465ft
High Point
6,968ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Fatman's Loop is an easy to follow trail that signposted and relatively well traveled. There are some technical and rocky sections with a consistent elevation gain when hiking the loop counterclockwise. You can also connect to several other trails for a longer hike or a variety of loops.

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September 25, 2025
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