Near Chukar Butte Trail
Beautiful colors over the Red Tail Trail.
Near Chukar Butte Trail
Fog pond
Near Chukar Butte Trail
View from the top of the knoll just above the livestock watering pond.

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Hike Trail

Chukar Butte Trail

4.7 (3 Ratings)
Connect Sweet Connie to Dry Creek Road TH.
4.9
mi
Distance
208
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Dogs Allowed

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.92mi
Distance
208ft
Elevation Gain
882ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
3,690ft
High Point
2,919ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Starting from the trailhead at Sweet Connie (about 1.5 miles NW of the Dry Creek trailhead on Bogus Basin Road), the trail gradually ascends the flank of Chukkar Butte, passing "Solo Tree". At the crest of the hill, proceed through the livestock gate (first of three - be sure to secure all gates, cattle actively graze here.) Crest the saddle, and gently descend the western flank. The trail here is narrow and rocky - watch your footing. A short and steep descent to the watering hole (keep your dog away, water most likely dangerous for pets.) A few rolling hills as you proceed to the west, but generally downhill on sandy, dual-track trail. Go through the second gate just below the power lines (red tail hawks roost here) and continue downhill on well-groomed sandy trails. At the third gate (start of Currant Creek Trail #75), bear left and continue downhill. Cross Cartwright Road, and push through the final descent to the lot on Dry Creek road.

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