The Rocky Narrows

Total Miles
14.7

Elevation

2,617.00 ft

Duration

2.5 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

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Trail Overview

A beautiful alternate route in the Inyo Mountains that can be run as a loop with Papoose Flat Road, or as a connecter to the nearby Mazourka Canyon portion of the CABDR trail. The trail alternates between smooth, sandy draws and rough, rocky segments. This area is impassable in winter and spring. It is also difficult during or after heavy rains as the trail uses multiple creek beds. There are scenic views and cell service at Papoose Flats. Stay on the marked trails, respect the road closures in Papoose Flats and tread lightly. The nearest town for tow service and fuel is Big Pine, CA.

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The Rocky Narrows
The Rocky Narrows

Difficulty

Most of this trail is easy, but there are a few shale scrambles that would require 4 Low.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Tim M
Oct 06, 2024
2022 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Dusty
Such a great trail. An alternate to the normal Mazourka route. This is a bit easier. Fun narrow intimate trail. Took an optional line 36E404 that cutoff a bit of the canyon loop. But the view at the pass was awesome. Plus it’s a fun steep climb S to N
Mark Mason
May 02, 2024
4x4
Open
Dusty
This trail is appropriately named; it's rocky and narrow. Even after exiting the rocky section the brushy section is quite tight. Very dusty so be the leader.

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