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Barnes Creek Falls – Potatopatch Road Overlook loop from Bear Creek Campground

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Barnes Creek Falls – Potatopatch Road Overlook loop from Bear Creek Campground

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Barnes Creek Falls – Potatopatch Road Overlook loop from Bear Creek Campground

04:52

49.7km

1,140m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 23.0 km for 138 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Camping Site

1

6.07 km

Barnes Creek Wildflowers

Highlight • Forest

At the right times of year, the Barnes Creek area provides spectacular wildflower viewing. It can also be quite muddy, so bring your best footwear and remember to always stick to the trail.

Tip by

2

6.09 km

Barnes Creek

Highlight • River

Barnes Creek is one of many river crossings in the area. It can be done as a rock hop most of the time, but after storms, you may get your feet wet.

Tip by

3

10.5 km

Double Top

Highlight • Summit

4

23.1 km

Barnes Creek Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

A multi-tiered and multi-stream waterfall, Barnes Creek Falls is worth a look and can make for a great rest and snack spot.

Tip by

5

24.3 km

Potatopatch Road Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Though a common stopping point for off-road drivers, bikers, and hikers in this area, the view from this overlook will remind you of how remote this part of the north …

Tip by

6

29.6 km

Gennett Poplar

Highlight • Natural Monument

This massive, old-growth poplar is both awe inspiring and humbling. Even mountain bikers who love speed tend to stop here and take in the Gennett Poplar. Please respect the tree …

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B

49.7 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

17.1 km

12.0 km

883 m

Surfaces

34.5 km

10.8 km

4.48 km

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Highest point (820 m)

Lowest point (440 m)

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