Middle Trail – Bear Hole loop from Parking lot E

Hiking trails & Routes

Middle Trail – Bear Hole loop from Parking lot E

Moderate

4.7

(3887)

7,783

hikers

Middle Trail – Bear Hole loop from Parking lot E

02:07

7.91km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

701 m

Middle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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4.55 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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5.95 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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7.91 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.64 km

1.06 km

986 m

232 m

Surfaces

5.81 km