Mount Leidy from Leidy Lake

Parked at the west side of Leidy Lake at an obvious dispersed camping spot (many in the area). FS road is in good but rocky condition to the saddle (where you'll find access to Aspen Trail). We could have driven up to the saddle but decided to hike the ~1.25 miles to warm up our legs before starting the steep ascent up Leidy. Tons of wildflowers. Standing on the saddle / road end - you'll see a social trail / worn path leading up one of the flanks of Leidy. Follow it up. You'll mostly stay left (west) of the drainage feature, but there are a few "choose your own adventure" paths depending on your footing preferences and some small downed trees. Trail becomes more visible after the wildflowers and the first steep section. There are a few narrow areas where you're crossing between features and picking your way between and around trees, but the path remains wide enough that you don't feel exposed. Views are amazing most of the way up - lots of excuses to stop and gaze around. There is a false summit, but you won't be disappointed when you get there. Views are great and the real summit and USGS marker is visible and close. Watch your footing on the way down - we love our trekking poles.