Sauk Mountain — Thursday, Sep. 25, 2025

Was the third car to arrive at the trailhead just before 9am on this lovely September Thursday. Road remains rough, but should be passable for any car with care, my Crosstrek had no issues. The cute A-frame pit toilet has a sign up that it is not being stocked or serviced, even so, it was surprisingly clean. Otherwise, the nearby Rockport State Park has facilities, along with miles of lovely forested trails, and makes a good pre- or post- hike pit stop. Trail is in good condition, the very last of the summer flowers are fading fast and fall colors are coming out along the trail. No marmots today, but did spy a pika (and heard many many more!), saw several hawks circling overhead. The clouds were rolling in and out while I was there, limiting the view at the top, though looked like it cleared up for those starting an hour or so later. Happy Hiking!