FS 333

This trail starts at a small parking area primarily used by visitors accessing a nearby ski trail. From the outset, the route is wet (in summer months), uneven, and only minimally maintained. As it winds through the forest, drivers can expect to encounter frequent large puddles, deep potholes, and sections of water both on and alongside the trail. The terrain features mild ascents and descents, with water often pooling in the low-lying areas. The trail eventually leads to a clearing marked by a “Do Not Enter, One Way” sign. At this point, the route becomes heavily overgrown. A small shelter stands nearby beneath a sign reading “Pioneer Trail.” Another track branches off toward a watchtower, though it passes through private land. Along the way, there is an old car abandoned in the forest with two large teddy bears seated up front and a “Private Property” sign posted on the windshield. A friendly landowner we encountered on the trail advised us that the route to the lookout was extremely muddy after rain. Their warning proved accurate, as the mud reached a depth of nearly a foot in places. While the trail makes for a memorable outing, it offers no camping opportunities or basic services. There are no toilets, water sources, or trash facilities, and cell phone reception may be limited or nonexistent.