Near Little Grayback Trail #921
Red Buttes from the old lookout atop Squaw Peak.
Near Little Grayback Trail #921
Little Greyback Trail
Near Little Grayback Trail #921
Red Buttes Wilderness from the Little Grayback Trail.

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Little Grayback Trail #921

2.7 (3 Ratings)
Steady but easy climbing with good views. Can be used as part of a longer hike.
4.3
mi
Distance
1,395
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.28mi
Distance
1,395ft
Elevation Gain
309ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
4,476ft
High Point
3,201ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the trailhead at French Gulch Divide, the trail goes up across the south slope of Little Grayback Mountain. It's mostly smooth and scenic, although there are one or two places where the trail surface is composed of loose rock, and at times the oak and mountain mahogany may begin to encroach upon the trail. The trail doesn't go over the top of Little Grayback Mountain, but gains the ridge to the east of the summit. At the end of the singletrack, you may choose to descend the way you came up, or continue around a loop which includes Mule Mountain Trail.

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Contributors
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