You can hike to a giant pumpkin rock in Norco

By Published On: October 17, 2017Last Updated: December 30, 2025

Looking to get in the Halloween spirit while also getting a little exercise in? How about heading out to the Pumpkin Rock hike in Norco.

AllTrails rates the hike as a moderate 2.7 mile loop with a 721 foot elevation gain – but, that’s not what really interests you is it? No, you want to see the pumpkin rock!

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The rock has been there for 20 years and is painted as a jack-o’-lantern all year, notes the Press Enterprise.  The city maintains the trail and removes graffiti (side note: don’t be a jerk and add graffiti to it).

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If you’re planning on going, HikingGuy did a much bigger write up with parking info that you can check out here.

Written by : Casey Dolan

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