Arrived at TH about 9:15. This is also a Park and Ride so although there were five other cars in the lot, so I had no idea how many hikers I might encounter on trail. No permit is required, and there are vault toilets available. You can go either clockwise or counter clockwise, since this is a loop. If you elect to go, as I did, counter clockwise you encounter a fairly constant uphill ascent for about 2 miles, maybe less. The loop is actually an "out and back" at this time of year because of seasonal habitat nesting for the peregrine falcons. This trail offers wooded trail, a small amount of gravel road walking, views of meadows and some homes. Most importantly excellent views of the Col. River. At the Cape Horn Overlook, (not to be confused with the Cape Horn Lookout which is actually on Hwy. 14 for motorists) you can sit on flat stones and grab a bite of your lunch or snack and gaze at the River. I encountered only 3 people going out and coming back, on a Wednesday. At the time I went there was no snow whatsoever. But big winds near open areas.
Enjoy.
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