Near Sweetwater River Loop Trail
California Gopher Snake getting comfortable on the trail.
Near Sweetwater River Loop Trail
Golden fall field along the river.

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Hike Trail

Sweetwater River Loop Trail

3.8 (4 Ratings)
A comfortable trail along the Sweetwater River.
1.6
mi
Distance
92
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.56mi
Distance
92ft
Elevation Gain
95ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
371ft
High Point
289ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the parking lot you head across the old bridge to make it to the trail. Follow the obvious trail to the right, where you continue along next to the thick foliage that packs the banks of the river. All along the trail from here are helpful postings about the wildlife that enriches the area. Eventually you meet the Sweetwater River Trail. From here you turn back and skirt the foothills and catch a a little more elevation change. Finally you return back to the bridge you originally crossed.

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Contributors
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