Near Hell Creek Loop
Typical beautiful view of the lake on the winding Switchgrass Trail.
Near Hell Creek Loop
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Hell Creek Loop

3.5 (2 Ratings)
More twisty singletrack with occasional pucker-worthy exposure.
5.6
mi
Distance
341
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeViews
Access Issues
No cliff jumping allowed in the park.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.65mi
Distance
341ft
Elevation Gain
339ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,634ft
High Point
1,520ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This trail is primarily used by mountain bikers but hikers are allowed to use the trail. This is the furthest-back loop from the trailhead. This primo section is a 6 mile loop back to the bridge. At L you enter the Birdy Loop, one of the features on the novice loop. Its not technical but is embedded in dense junipers on very mild terrain. After the Birdy Loop, it's the Home Stretch for a sweet last mile.

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Contributors
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