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Bidwell Park – Upper Park Road loop from Chico

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Bidwell Park – Upper Park Road loop from Chico

Hard

2.7

(19)

44

runners

Bidwell Park – Upper Park Road loop from Chico

03:54

33.8km

250m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

2.45 km

The Beach at Big Chico Creek

Highlight • Beach

2

7.82 km

Bidwell Park

Highlight • Forest

3

10.1 km

Upper Park Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This gravel road runs through the park and provides access to several trails in the park. You can walk along this road and enjoy the scenery, or take a side …

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4

19.5 km

Bear Hole

Highlight • River

Bear Hole is a widely popular swimming hole in the park. The deep, clear water surrounded by a beautiful basalt canyon is the perfect place to immerse yourself in scenic beauty while cooling off on a hot day.

Tip by

5

21.8 km

Middle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail offers easily navigable, relatively flat and rocky terrain, ideal for enjoying spring wildflowers and the stunning colors of fall. It connects to several other trails in the park, providing endless opportunities to explore this beautiful area.

Tip by

6

29.8 km

Bidwell Park

Highlight • Gorge

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!!

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7

30.0 km

Big Chico Creek Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

8

30.0 km

View of Big Chico Creek, Bidwell Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

33.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.5 km

6.17 km

6.08 km

1.96 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

5.17 km

3.87 km

2.95 km

2.07 km

1.57 km

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