Near Knobcone Pine Trail
Seasonal Granite Falls filled with spring runoff
Near Knobcone Pine Trail
Ascending the Pipsissewa Trail in winter
Near Knobcone Pine Trail
View southwest from the Knobcone Pine Trail

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Knobcone Pine Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
Links the Pipsissewa Trail and the Siskiyou Trail with expansive views to the west.
1
mi
Distance
766
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViewsWaterfall
Access Issues
The trails are open year-round but can get muddy (or snowy) in places during the winter. The trails are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians, so please observe proper trail etiquette. A few trails are reserved for mountain biking (these are usually signed as such), so please don't rxh on these. There are no potable water sources in the park or along the trails - be sure to bring plenty of your own.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.96mi
Distance
766ft
Elevation Gain
239ft
Elevation Loss
60%
Max Grade
3,109ft
High Point
2,433ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is one of the newest trails in the park (completed in March 2019). It was designed to provide expansive views to the west from two viewpoints while passing through a grove of namesake knobcone pine trees. It links the Pipsissewa Trail and Siskiyou Trail along a ridgeline and through an intricate set of switchbacks. Combine it into a loop with the Pipsissewa Trail and Halls of Manzanita Trail for a short but stiff workout enlivened by views and a small seasonal waterfall.

Route Conditions

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