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North rim trail entrance – Bidwell Park loop from North Valley Pillsbury Road Butte College Bus Transfer

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North rim trail entrance – Bidwell Park loop from North Valley Pillsbury Road Butte College Bus Transfer

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(9671)

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North rim trail entrance – Bidwell Park loop from North Valley Pillsbury Road Butte College Bus Transfer

02:43

37.7km

170m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.81 km for 242 m

After 12.7 km for 108 m

After 24.8 km for 108 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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14.5 km

North rim trail entrance

Highlight • Lake

Monkey Face can be seen from this spot! Hike up North Rim Trail until it meets Manzanita and take it down to the monkey!

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15.6 km

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.

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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.

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20.4 km

Yahi Trail junction

Highlight • 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 …

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21.2 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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24.9 km

Cliffs over Big Chico Creek

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a parking area and viewing area here at the cliffs overlooking Big Chico Creek. The trails heading down to the water are best done on foot, but the views from the parking lot are still great.

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28.6 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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30.9 km

The Beach at Big Chico Creek

Highlight • Beach

37.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

11.5 km

4.57 km

1.44 km

601 m

Surfaces

15.6 km

8.95 km

6.22 km

4.49 km

2.09 km

339 m

Elevation

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Friday 29 May

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North rim trail entrance – Bidwell Park loop from North Valley Pillsbury Road Butte College Bus Transfer

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