Devil’s Pocket Loop
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Route Description for Devil ’s Pocket Loop
The Devil’s Pocket is a gorgeous 16.1 km hike through a tectonic depression known as a “graben”. This hike is long and hot, so bring lots and lots of water and some salty snacks to get you through your day. If you are looking to spend some quality time in the area, camping is available at the Devils Garden Campground along the trail. Despite its ominous name, the Devil’s Pocket is a lovely hike over gorgeous, varying desert terrain.
From the Elephant Hill Trailhead, follow the path south for 2.1 km to a divide. Take a right and head west for 1.8 km, past a trail that splits off south, to a second divide. This fork marks the beginning and end of the loop. Take the path on the left to hike the loop clockwise and stay right at all subsequent divides until you circle back to the starting point after approximately 8.9 km.
When you are done the loop, return along the main trail back to the parking lot.
Getting to the Devil’s Pocket Loop Trailhead
The Devil’s Pocket begins at the Elephant Hill Trailhead. From the Needles Visitor Center, follow Needles Main Park Road for 2.8mi before taking a left onto Elephant Hill Road. Continue on Elephant Hill Road for 3.3mi to the Elephant Hill Trailhead.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
Devil’s Kitchen Campground
When to do:
Year-round
Pets allowed:
No
Family friendly:
No
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Lollipop
Devil’s Pocket Loop Elevation Graph
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