There are plenty of parking spots available near the trailhead, though make sure you have $5 of cash to buy a permit at the parking lot.
There was a fire in the canyon that pretty much destroyed all the trees and greenery. Epic, horror movie style views, and the strong smell of smoke create a unique atmosphere. The first part of the trail is very nice, but then it became harder and harder to find the trail. I strongly recommend having a map and gps. Without then we would, probably, be lost.
We had to cross a small river multiple times, so it would be great to have hiking poles.
At the end there is no views at all. I mean, the trail ends in the forest, and that’s it. So, there is no point to hike it until the very end.
Overall, I don’t recommend this hike, because the trail was destroyed by fire, and overgrown in some places.
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