Near Saddle Canyon
At the top of Upper Saddle Canyon trail
Near Saddle Canyon
Small creek flow from waterfall down Upper Saddle Canyon near the top of the trail.

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Saddle Canyon

3.5 (2 Ratings)
1.4
mi
Distance
1,532
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
ViewsWaterfallWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.4mi
Distance
1,532ft
Elevation Gain
917ft
Elevation Loss
80%
Max Grade
3,482ft
High Point
2,822ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
If you are part mountain goat, you will love this. Trail starts from the river campsite. Initially a moderate hike but then requires climbing and traversing narrow ledges. At the top, it levels out into a creek bed which is muddy, follow to its end at a small waterfall. Trail is generally clear but not well marked. Interesting shift in eco system from bottom of the canyon to the top. Concur with the black star rating.

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