Squire Creek Pass via Eight-mile Trail — Saturday, Jun. 15, 2019

Summing it up, this is a type-2 trail that leads to type-1 views and enjoyment.

The road is definitely in better shape than in the past. Recent work has done well to fill in some rough areas with stone. Careful driving in a 2wd vehicle will get you there.

Trail work done in very recent days (thank you!) relieves you of some of the cobbly old road stones as you head toward the climber's junction to 3 o'clock rock.

After that, the type 2 fun remains. You're on rocks, roots, or mud (or all three). Summer brush is invading, but nothing impassable. It's a grunt-climb, especially if you're carrying the weight of an overnight pack, but bear with it, it's worth it.

Plenty of mudholes and root climbs, but the trail is obvious. As you get nearer to the pass, the granite slabs begin to emerge, with still-plentiful water run-off to restock. Cairns guide you along the optimal route to the pass.

The huge granite slabs at the pass offer innumerable tent sites; please respect leave no trace principles and use rocks where tent stakes won't get purchase on the stone. Don't plant your tent on grass or heather.