About
ShapeLoop
Typical time5 hr
TrailheadCity of Rocks Loop - 6.8 miles
ParkingParking at the trailhead.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThis trail is narrow and steep in places over uneven terrain.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek

Strenuous - 6.8 miles From sagebrush flats to high country groves, this trail takes you deep into the "City." This remote loop hike is a ranger favorite.The combination of pine trees, rock formations, and epic views offer a surprise at every turn of the trail. Theloop can be accessed from several trailheads along the main road.The Emery Creek Picnic area is a great starting point, the North Fork Circle Creektrailhead is located across the road fromthe parking area. About 1 mile in check out the spectacular view from the overlook(near the gate). Shortly after beginning the descent down toward North Creek you will come across North Fork Spring. As you make your way down toward the basin,watch for the trail to cut back right (west) along the base of the impressive Stripe Rock formation. Continue past Lost Arrow Spire on the Bumblie Trail, then joinSouth Fork Circle Creek Trail heading back up to complete the loop. North Fork Circle Creek and South Fork Circle Creek are abbreviated on many trail signs as N.F.C.C and S.F.C.C.

Tips
Pets must on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. Please clean up after your pet and pack out waste.
Location

City of Rocks Loop - 6.8 miles

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