Las Cienegas – Gabe Zimmermann Trailhead loop from Colossal Cave Mountain Park

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Las Cienegas – Gabe Zimmermann Trailhead loop from Colossal Cave Mountain Park

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Las Cienegas – Gabe Zimmermann Trailhead loop from Colossal Cave Mountain Park

04:24

15.9km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.44 km

Cienega Creek Natural Preserve

Highlight • Natural

Cienega, meaning "A Hundred Springs Creek," spans over 4,000 acres of land, offering miles of trails and abundant wildlife, making it a popular destination for birding enthusiasts.

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7.08 km

Las Cienegas

Highlight • Natural

Las Cienegas is a nature reserve through which a small seasonal creek flows. Ideal for cooling your tired feet. Camping overnight is not allowed here, but there is flat terrain …

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7.94 km

Gabe Zimmermann Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead represents the end of Passage 7 and the beginning of Passage 8. There are restrooms and a covered picnic bench which is a relief after this sunny stretch. …

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15.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

2.68 km

239 m

120 m

Surfaces

15.0 km