Length: 3.19 mi
Est. time: 1h 24m
Gain: 351 ft
Loss: 1,115 ft
Max elev: 8,384 ft
Elevation profile
+351 ft gain · −1,115 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Southwest Campground - Summer/Fall (Campground)
Hike to Bumpass Hell
⏱ This 3-mile round-trip hike takes about 90 minutes. The exact time required depends on how quickly you walk, how often you stop, and how long you enjoy the basin.
🗓 summer, fall
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, high confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.