Rimrock Trail

Mapped as Rimrock Trail #704

Hiking trail · Mount Hood · Trailhead near Estacada, OR

5.3 mi8.5 kmRound trip

≈1,394 ft≈425 mElevation gain

4,961 ft1,512 mHigh point

3 hr 6 minEstimated time

Moderate2.6 mi / 4.3 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

High-clearance vehicle recommended: last about 11.7 mi (18.8 km) on FR 4630, FR 4635 and FR 4635-140

Pass: Northwest Forest Pass (based on the land the trailhead is on)

Official listing: United States Forest Service, Rimrock Trail #704

Trailhead

On FR 4635-140, near Estacada, OR

Coordinates: 45.10809, -122.00854

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Overview

Rimrock Trail is a round-trip hike of 5.3 mi / 8.5 km near Estacada, OR. Expect about 1,394 ft / 425 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 4,961 ft / 1,512 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 3 hr 6 min. High-elevation trail, usually snow-free from mid-July into October. Before then, expect snow and possible avalanche danger.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 4,088 ft / 1,246 m · high 4,944 ft / 1,507 m

Nearby

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Serene LakeLake · 2.7 mi / 4.4 km
Cripple Creek Trail #702Hiking trail · 2.7 mi / 4.4 km
Riverside Trail #723Mountain bike trail · 3 mi / 4.8 km
Alder Flat Trail #574Hiking trail · 3 mi / 4.8 km

Sources

Route and map: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Elevation: AWS Terrain Tiles.
Official trail listing: United States Forest Service.
Pass: based on the protected area that contains the trailhead.