Carroll Rim Trail

View of Painted Hills Overlook from end of Carroll Rim trail

NPS

The Carroll Rim Trail is 1.6 miles (2.6 km) roundtrip. The trail climbs over 400 ft (120 m) of elevation to a panorama view of the Painted Hills.

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Activity

Front-Country Hiking

Pets Allowed

Yes

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Painted Hills Unit

Trailhead is located in the Painted Hills Unit. From HWY 26, drive 6 miles in on Burnt Ranch Rd. and make a left-hand turn onto Bear Creek Rd. at the Painted Hills Unit entrance. From the unit entrance, drive 1.1 miles on Bear Creek Rd. and the trailhead will be on the right-hand side. Limited parking is available on the left-hand side across from the trailhead and in the Painted Hills Overlook parking lot. RVs and vehicles with travel-trailers must park in the Painted Hills Overlook parking lot.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

The trail is 1.5 miles in total length with an elevation climb of 400 feet. This dirt trail has an average width of 40 inches with a minimum width of 15 inches.

One bench is located about halfway through the trail and two benches are located at the end of the trail.

Potential hazards: Rocks, high winds, muddy after rain and snow