West Pine Creek

The first mile or so switchbacks through the old burn, ascending steadily. Shortly after leaving the burned forest for meadows, the pitch eases and the trail follows the ridgeline with the views improving as the elevation increases. At about the four-mile mark, the trail re-enters the forest, traversing both green and burnt sections. The upper 1.5 miles are pretty rocky but fortunately not as steep.The trail ends where it intersects with the North Dry Divide #135 trail. You can either turn and reap your reward by descending the way you came or hike down North Dry Divide #135. Both descents are fun.