CANYON RIM DRIVE / OVERLOOKS |
Photo By Dick Groat
A rim road (Hwy. 176) on the western side of the canyon allows the visitor to view the splendor of the canyon from a series of overlooks along a 23 mile drive. Eberhart Point about 11 miles down the rim (14.2 mile marker) has rest rooms (no running water) and a three-quarter mile trail that leads you from the top of the canyon down to the river at the bottom. Once you are at the bottom, facing the river, on your right is a trail. The trail is unmarked, rugged and full of adventure. You will see rapids, climb over and under trees, over and under rocks, cross small streams and see nature up close. Put your lunch and plenty of water in your backpack and spend the day in the Preserve. The trail will disappear a few times, but if you keep following the water, you can't get lost. Hike as far as you like, but remember, you have to leave by dark and you still have to climb that three-quarter mile up to get out of the canyon. I don't recommend this trail for small children or pets, there are some tough places to climb over and around. This trail is rugged, if you want something easier, I suggest Canyon Mouth Day Use Area trail, it's great too!Rafters, kayakers and canoeists float the waters about 6 months a year. Kayaking is difficult and only recommended for the experienced, on a scale of 1-6 Little River is a 3+ to a 6. Periodically, rappellers and rock climbers can be seen at the favorite spots on the canyon walls. |
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View from Overlook
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View from Overlook |