Back Way to Schmidt Tunnel
Total Miles
9.0
Elevation
1,339.74 ft
Duration
1.5 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Trail Overview
The trail is single-car wide with short climbs and descents. This is a short trail with great views from multiple locations of the trail. This is the backway to the William Henry Schmidt Tunnel. It's worth the drive to walk the tunnel and see the old abandoned house on the other side of the hill.
Photos of Back Way to Schmidt Tunnel
Difficulty
Most stock four wheel drives should make this trail with ease. Some of the climbs should be done in low gear and not recommended for 2 wheel drives.
History
This trail leads you to the William Henry "Burro" Schmidt Tunnel. This Tunnel took 38 years to hand dig and is 1/2 mile long, it was completed in 1938.
Status Reports
Popular Trails

Mitchell Mine
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

East Bank Wash
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Briggs Camp
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Fa / Wi / Sp

Black Mountain Road
Total Miles
5.3
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi