Last updated: January 9, 2023
Thing to Do
Campground Connector Trail
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This short trail connects the visitor center to the campground and the trailhead area at Pine Springs. During peak periods, many hikers will use this to travel from the visitor center parking lot to the trailhead and on to their day hike destinations.
Distance: 0.2 miles (0.3 km) from the visitor center to the campground; 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from the visitor center parking lot to the upper trailhead.
Elevation Change: 102 feet
Time Estimate: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Leashed pets are allowed on this trail.
Distance: 0.2 miles (0.3 km) from the visitor center to the campground; 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from the visitor center parking lot to the upper trailhead.
Elevation Change: 102 feet
Time Estimate: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Leashed pets are allowed on this trail.
Details
Duration
10-20 Minutes
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
Yes
Leashed pets are allowed on this trail. Opportunities for pets are very limited in the park.
Location
Start at the Visitor Center Parking Lot
The connector trail is marked by two orange cones along the sidewalk leading to the visitor center.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Any Time
Accessibility Information
Trail surfaces are loose rock or hardened rock surfaces. Hiking or trekking poles are highly recommended. Trail widths vary from two to six feet depending on the trail.
Parking
All trailhead areas have accessible parking available.
Service animals
Only service animals that have been individually trained to perform specific tasks for the benefit of persons with disabilities are allowed in the park and on trails.