The Short Loop Trail provides a quick jaunt around the hills to the east of Black Rock Campground (1). This is a nice trail to do if you are staying in the campground and want a short morning or evening hike. There is very little shade during mid-day, so be prepared with at least two liters of water and adequate sun protection (2).
Pick up the trail at the backcountry board near the entrance to Black Rock Campground. Walk up a sandy wash to the first fork and bear left to do the loop in a clockwise direction. The trail winds behind rock piles, following the California Riding & Hiking Trail for a little over a mile until you hit the right fork for the Fault Trail (3). Follow obvious signs to complete the loop, finishing at the Black Rock Canyon backcountry board (4) (5).
