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Paradise – Lower Rock Creek Canyon Trail loop from Paradise
01:29
15.6km
450m
Mountain biking
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 19, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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19 m
Paradise
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8.29 km
Lower Rock Creek Canyon Trail
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15.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.36 km
7.12 km
169 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
8.53 km
7.12 km
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,950 m)
Lowest point (1,510 m)
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Description
If you're looking for one of the most popular routes for mountain biking in the Eastern Sierra, the Paradise – Lower Rock Creek Canyon Trail loop from Paradise delivers a challenging and rewarding experience. This difficult mountain biking route spans 9.7 miles (15.6 km) with a significant 1466 feet (447 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 1 hours and 28 minutes to complete. It's a classic ride best suited for experienced riders ready for diverse terrain and technical sections.
What to expect on Paradise – Lower Rock Creek Canyon Trail loop from Paradise
The trail offers a journey through dramatically changing terrain and scenery. You'll start by ascending through a lush forested creek, winding past numerous full-grown aspen trees that are particularly vibrant in the fall. As you progress, the landscape transitions to a more high-desert environment, offering killer views. The upper sections feature flowing turns and some climbing, while the lower sections, especially the
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