Generally good condition, with increasing frequency of blow downs the further into the woods you get. The last quarter mile was somewhat overgrown, but we managed to follow the trail without too much difficulty.

We set out with no intention of actually making it all the way to the pool and waterfall. Just a little early season hike to get outside. We turned around just over 1 mile in but the portion of trail we hiked wasn't as horrible as expected.

The actual South Shore Road is in great condition but the short section between the main road and the trailhead has some decent sized potholes. Parking is almost nonexistent (maybe three or four spots) and there are no bathrooms at the trailhead.

Right from the start there's a blowdown over the trail but it's easy enough to go under. After that, the incline immediately begins and you might get your feet a little wet thanks to the small stream crossings and water flowing down the trail.

The section of forest where the trail enters the Colonel Bob Wilderness is gorgeous with sun shining through it but the blowdowns continue. They're all pretty easy to climb over but I wouldn't recommend this trail if you're unsure of balance and footing.

Trillium is also starting to pop up in this section.

The trail is covered by what looks like an old hill slide shortly before the mile mark. It's passable with mindful footing. After that, there are more blowdowns. The most annoying ones were the pine branches which were a little slippery due to moisture.

Then we turned around just after the mile mark before it got too bad. I'd be curious to go back and see how crazy the trail gets. Good hike if you're looking for a little adventure and a lot of solitude!

Just did this hike to check it off my list since I was in the area.  The first 1.5 miles really weren't that bad.  Several blowdowns, but not hard to negotiate.  At .7 miles, the trail disappears at a slide, but you find it again if you just pick your way for 100 ft across the rubble.  At about 1.5 miles, things really deteriorate.  There's some scrambling, then the trail becomes indistinct.  It turned out that the correct way was to drop down into a salmonberry-choked bottomland, where the faint path eventually leads to a slippery volunteer footlog.  The log was blocked halfway across by another log that had fallen across it.  From the log, there was a view upstream to a small waterfall.

Trillium and skunk cabbage were in bloom.

On my way out, I was surprised to meet another hiker, carrying a full pack.  Turned out he'd camped at trail's end, and had hiked this trail at least 20 times, because he could be sure of finding solitude.  

Lots of late spring understory wildflowers still in bloom along trail, especially towards the "end" of the trail (not sure if we hit the actual end or the trail was just overgrown). The ranger station was not open for the season, so reading the signs, we thought this would be an easy wildflower hike. We had to cross about 6 large trees down on the trail. And given that this trail is less popular, there was a lot of plant growth growing up and across it. Definitely not a scenic trail, but the waterfall made lovely background music on our trip. 

Today I intended to do a hike...instead I took on the Fletcher Canyon obstacle course!  Between the roots, rocks, and blowdowns it was more like a Spartan Race than a leisurely walk in the woods. The trees that have fallen across the trail are plentiful yet easy to cross...all except one!  There is one gigantic tree that is impossible to go over. To go under it you basically have to slide on your belly. I am 5’5”, 140lbs with a small frame and I barely fit. A larger person may not be able to overcome this obstacle. The trail is easy to follow for the most part. There are a few spots where it can be confusing. I routed my hike using the Gaia app which helped me stay on course. When I reached the river my gps said the trail continued on the other side. It took me a bit but I finally located the bridge (aka log) that took me to the other side. Right on the other side I discovered a camp site with a fire pit. I don’t know if camping or fires are allowed here but both have obviously taken place. The trail started becoming less and less distinct and at about a quarter mile from the river it is completely washed out. My gps showed that the trail continued for maybe another tenth of a mile but I turned back. Crossing the washed out section seemed dangerous and I decided the risk wasn’t worth the reward.  My gps clocked me at 5.5 miles round trip but I think it may have been less in actuality. Overall, I enjoyed the hike even with it being more work than expected.