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A truly amazing canyon, easily accessible from Chico. In spring, it's a wildflower explosion. There are several trails. Long pants are a plus, as there are rattlesnakes. It's still worth it!! The basalt rock through which the river flows has a special name: Lovejoy Basalt. It looks a bit like Krog from the Marvel Comics.

There are some trees right here that drop big round seed pods during certainly seasons, and they can be hazardous for bicycle handling.

The new Esplanade Bike Path ends here as of 1/25/2025. Construction will continue and complete the path up to the Airport Bike Path at a later date. Take care while riding on the path during certain seasons, as big round tree seed pods on the ground can be hazardous for bicycle handling.

The widening project includes a bike path running alongside Bruce Road. This path is not paved yet, but it should be a good bicycle route when it's complete. There still needs to be protected intersections/roundabouts, so that the road junctions can provide world class safety, but the city hasn't implemented protections here at this time.

when approaching the roundabout, if you wish to use protected intersection design, turn right into the inlet before the junction, then use the crosswalks as needed.

The South Rim Trail is a lovely combination of dirt and gravel, boasting spectacular views of Chico Canyon. Portions of the trail run alongside the river, creating a soothing backdrop as you immerse yourself in the scenery. This trail is popular with runners and mountain bikers, so keep an eye out as you enjoy exploring this beautiful trail.

This junction offers several options to continue exploring the park. From here, you can take the Yahi Trail to extend your hike and connect with other trails, head southwest to complete a loop, or go northeast and take a swim in Bear Hole, just a short .3-mile detour.

The North Rim Trail is one of the longest trails in the park and connects to several other trails for multiple options to explore, although it is fantastic on its own as an out-and-back. The path provides stunning views of the park from different angles as it follows its edge and gains elevation. At the trail's end, there's a rocky lookout point with spectacular views of Horseshoe Lake and the distant Sutter Buttes, perfect for a stop to take in the beautiful scenery.