Last updated: June 17, 2022
Thing to Do
Painted Hills Overlook Trail
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The Painted Hills Overlook Trail is 0.5 mile (0.8 km) roundtrip. This fairly level trail follows an old road and offers further distinctive views of the Painted Hills. Walking on the hills is strictly prohibited.
Details
Duration
5-30 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 turn left onto the road towards the Painted Hills Overlook trailhead. RVs and vehicles with travel-trailers must park in the Painted Hills Overlook parking lot. RVs and vehicles with travel-trailers are not recommended beyond the Painted Hills Overlook parking lot.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Any Time
Accessibility Information
The trail is 0.5 miles in total length. This dirt trail has an average width of 147.2 inches with a minimum width of 15 inches and inclines upwards.
There is a wooden fence at the trailhead. There are four benches along this trail, one at the trailhead under a shady pavilion, one about 1/4 of the way up the trail, one about halfway up the trail, and one at the end of the trail.
Potential hazards: Rocks, high winds, muddy after rain and snow
There is a wooden fence at the trailhead. There are four benches along this trail, one at the trailhead under a shady pavilion, one about 1/4 of the way up the trail, one about halfway up the trail, and one at the end of the trail.
Potential hazards: Rocks, high winds, muddy after rain and snow