View of red and green striped hills from trail above, with green sagebrush and windy dirt road below
30-60 Minutes

Carroll Rim Trail

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

The Carroll Rim Trail is 1.6 miles (2.6 km) roundtrip. The trail climbs over 400 ft (120 m) of elevation to a panorama view of the Painted Hills.

The Carroll Rim Trail is 1.6 miles (2.6 km) roundtrip. The trail climbs over 400 ft (120 m) of elevation to a panorama view of the Painted Hills.

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Front-Country HikingScenic ViewsPainted Hills Unithikinggeologypaleontology

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Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

The trail is 1.5 miles in total length with an elevation climb of 400 feet. This dirt trail has an average width of 40 inches with a minimum width of 15 inches. One bench is located about halfway through the trail and two benches are located at the end of the trail. Potential hazards: Rocks, high winds, muddy after rain and snow

Pets

Yes

Reservations

No

Location

Painted Hills Unit

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