Summary: The hike provides nice views of Steamboat Rock and of Midgley Bridge.
Challenge Level: Moderate
Hiking Distance: About 2 1/2 miles each way, 5 miles round trip
Trailhead Directions: From the "Y" (the intersection of State Route 179 and State Route 89A), go north on SR 89A about 1/4 mile to Jordan Road. Turn left on Jordan Road and drive to the end. Turn left and proceed to the cul de sac and continue straight on the dirt road. You'll come to the parking lot after another 1/2 mile. Walk to the north end of the parking area to where the trail begins.
Description: You'll be hiking northeast for a short distance, then turn south. After about 0.2 miles, you'll turn and hike in a westerly direction, and pass near Steamboat Rock. The views begin about 0.6 miles in to the hike. We ususlly stop after about 2 1/2 miles for a nice view of the Midgley Bridge, although you'll be facing the sun as you try to take a photo. If you continue on, you'll intersect the Wilson Canyon Trail after about a total of 3 miles.
Photos:
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Guest Photos:
Here are photos by David Butler
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Last Updated April 22, 2013
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