Campground to Bear Gulch Day Use Area
A creek-side approach from the campground to the main Bear Gulch hiking hub.
Route overview
Campground to Bear Gulch Day Use Area in California.
This lower-elevation route follows Bear and Chalone Creeks through riparian habitat toward Bear Gulch Day Use Area.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Distance
- 3.70 km
- Typical duration
- 90-90 minutes
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 91 m
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- point-to-point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Entrance pass required; no ordinary individual hiking permit. Recheck east-side parking and access.
Safety context
Heat and sun exposure increase quickly away from developed areas. Carry all water and watch for rising streams after storms. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Heat and sun exposure increase quickly away from developed areas. Carry all water and watch for rising streams after storms.
Highlights
Bear Gulch, campground hike, creek trail, riparian habitat
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