Lower Smith Ridge

This is an offshoot from the main trail. Seasonally closed Oct 14th through June 16th. It features forest views and chances to spot deer and elk. There is a small dispersed campsite at the end of the trail and a larger-style campsite on the way. The larger site has evidence of large bonfires and many off-trail tracks up and down the hills. Trash was noted and the hillside was a little torn up. Please tread lightly and do not continue to destroy the off-trail vegetation in this area. There is one off-camber section and some deeper potholes; a stock SUV with good tire placement could do the trail. Intermittent cell service on this section of trail. Could be sloppy when rainy.