Drôme region... ... Hiking and mountain biking

From the campsite or less than 10 km from Lus-la-Croix-Haute, there are many ideas for walks and hikes. They will all offer you majestic and peaceful landscapes.
Follow our link to discover them and make your choice. Everyone will find what they are looking for, all durations and difficulties are possible. Also ask Vincent or Cécile, at the campsite reception, they will tell you about their favorite hikes and share their experience. Maps, guides and hiking sheets are also available to help you.
If you are in a camper van and do not want to move it, book a trip to La Jarjatte with our shuttle with Vincent at the reception

The Valley of La Jarjatte, dominated by the2453 metres culminating point of the Round Rock, is charming for the splendid landscapes that mingle thick forests and mountain tops. This protected nature site with steep rocks is ideal for mountain sports, from hiking to Via Ferrata and tree climb adventuring.

A majestic hike for good walkers not to be missed, one of our favorites!
Starting from the parking lot at the bottom of the Jarjatte valley
4h45 walk for 810m of elevation
This hike offers the best views of the Jarjatte valley, the Rocher Rond (highest point of the Drôme) and the Grand Ferrand. The Lauzon lake is a geological curiosity, a rare lake in our pre-Alps between Vercors and Dévoluy. A basin containing the lake dominated by a mineral landscape, offers a natural and wild spectacle. Alpine newts live in the waters of the lake. Vegetation develops and particularly cotton grass, a protected species. During this hike, the floral and plant species will be revealed to you. You can surprise the chamois, the vulture or the golden eagle.

AROUND MOUNT CHEVALET
This hike takes you across alpine pastures offering unobstructed views.
The first uphill part follows the water course built by the shepherds, who created small waterfalls using stones they found nearby.
Mr Roger Durand, a shepherd, shared his childhood memories with me: “I watched over my father’s sheep and when I was a little boy I helped build these little dams so the herd could drink water. We worked hard in those days!”  
Take a moment at the Tournerond pass to rest and enjoy the views, watch the eagles soaring overhead and listen to the cries of the marmots.
After a slight downhill from the ridge you get to the Chante pass: alpine meadows scattered with thousands of springtime wild flowers including narcissus, pansy and orchis.
Nature is so beautiful in these peaceful, protected places.
Heading back to the hamlets of Sièzes and Amayères, you can discover alpine architecture.
Steeply sloping sheepfolds built with stones and flaky tiles. The houses cluster together.

Cross-country skiing is great for staying in shape as it works around 80% of your body’s muscles. When done regularly, cross-country skiing improves your respiratory and cardiac systems. This activity is for all ages, as there are no sudden impacts on your joints because the effort is spread throughout your body. This outdoor sport lets you release stress. At Lus, you can enjoy optimal conditions: Near Camping Champ la Chèvre, there are trails through a natural landscape far from urban pollution. A peaceful setting enhances the benefits you get from this energetic activity. Afterwards, you can relax even more in the jacuzzi of our covered, heated swimming pool.

We belong to GTV, a network of entities promoting and showcasing trails through the Vercors mountains. Journey along Vercors trails on foot, on horseback, with donkeys, by standard or mountain bike, and by snowshoe, ski or even dog sled in winter.

Family-friendly trail passing through plains, hamlets, forest and river.
The initial uphill is a bit steep for beginners but can be avoided by going along Route du Mas Rebuffat.
Trail passes close to the Mas Rebuffat and Trabuëch sheep farms.

Can use an electric mountain bike

• Skill level: Beginner
• Effort level: Low
• Distance: 10.218km
• Uphill: 190m
• Downhill: 195m

Forest trail offering panoramic views of the La Jarjatte vale. Trail passes through Fontbelle forest.
Trail passes close to the Mas Rebuffat and Trabuëch sheep farms.

• Skill level: Experienced
• Effort level: Low
• Distance: 15.09km
• Uphill: 466m
• Downhill: 466m

Trail passes through hamlets, climbs up the Les Amayères vale, continues through the picturesque Les Battants alpine pasture and winds through forest in the Grisail vale.
Trail passes close to sheep- and goat-farming alpine meadows. 

• Skill level: Beginner
• Effort level: Low
• Distance: 17.38km
• Uphill: 594m
• Downhill: 594m

Trail passes through the Les Chaumets forest and continues to Le Col Navite alpine meadow with views of the La Jarjatte mountain range. Trail descends along a long path through the Toussiérette vale countryside.
Trail passes close to Les Chaumets sheep-farming meadows.

• Skill level: Experienced
• Effort level: High
• Distance: 16.672km
• Uphill: 688m
• Downhill: 688m

Mountain biking trail on forest tracks Trail climbs uphill on the left bank of the Lus valley towards Le Col de Grimone. Then it passes through the forested vales of Godaire, Fourniou and Infournas. It takes you up to Le Col de la Croix Haute then drops back down on the valley’s right bank along the Mottaire trail.
Trail passes close to a goat farm at Mas Bourget.

• Skill level: Experienced
• Effort level: High
• Distance: 24.175km
• Uphill: 767m
• Downhill: 767m

Between Buëch and Dévoluy you’ll find a few natural basins between the rocks, ideal for a refreshing dip in an exceptional natural setting. Some of these basins are easy to access, while others ask for a small hike.

An unmissable landmark dominating the skyline over Trièves, the Mont Aiguille guided tour allows you to appreciate this majestic summit from all angles.
Enjoy spectacular vistas from the various viewpoints on this curious limestone tower detached from the East Balcony of the Vercors range, while hiking along a varied route passing through different types of countryside.

Châtel’s summit offers splendid views over all of Trièves.
Its vast grassy plateau, a sharp contrast with its rocky belt, is a magnificent platform for enjoying great views of the lofty Obiou mountain.
Nicknamed ‘Calvin’s Bonnet’ due to its distinctive shape, Châtel is a must-do hike if you love panoramic views.

The Jocou mountain range reaches over 2000 m, and its very rich bird life includes snowfinches, ptarmigans and vultures.
The majority of this loop crosses alpine pastures grazed by large herds of sheep, so be careful to stay on the marked paths out of respect for the animals and their shepherds. 
The whole route follows the GR®93, except for the alternative path via Ventecul hill (marked in yellow and green).

n the hamlet of Mas Bourget in Lus, let your children discover a passage in the rock.
feet in the water and helping you handrail ascend the course of the water

From the campsite, the Chaleyras tour allows you to discover the diversity of Lussois natural heritage and quickly enjoy 360° views of the surrounding peaks. A walk to do with the family, also accessible to our canine friends. This loop route can be done in both directions, you will find some small fun stations for children, the tourist office offers small accompanying guides.