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View of red and green striped hills from trail above, with green sagebrush and windy dirt road below
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Bend · John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

Carroll Rim Trail

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.

Time needed
30-60 Minutes
Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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

front-country hiking

Part of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.