This is a moderate and fun walk with some portions along a gorgeous creekside. We enjoyed watching a family of marmots (aka rock-chucks) frolic on a steep rock face over the creek). The local news has warned of a spate of car break-ins at the...More

Absolutely loved the hike. Took it slow and easy and enjoyed taking in nature at its best. The creek was so relaxing, well shaded path in most areas. Unfortunately, when we got back to our car, 6 cars, including ours, had smashed windows, some purses...More

Stayed in Saddle Mountain home hiked Middle Cotton Wood, Loved everything about the area, bought my friends out and had a visit from a bear !!

This trail is great for average hikers. There are great views, but the trail isn't terribly difficult. As well, it's quite shady. It took us about an hour to make it to the end of the trail. Views of the changing Aspens were marvelous.

I hike with my dogs, one of which is a Saint Bernard who could overheat easily in the summer. I like to hike this trail because it's close to town and there is almost always water in the stream for the pups. In the spring...More

A few words about directions..from the intersection of Saddle Mountain Road and Walker it is about 2 miles to the trailhead. The first mile is paved and the second is on a gravel road with some moderate size potholes. You will see some faded brown...More

Fun hike. Starts out along the creek for quite a while and then starts to go up in elevation. If you want to get to the ridge, it's possible from this trailhead but it's a pretty huge hike. The last mile prior to the ridge...More