Big Creek — Friday, Oct. 13, 2023

Campground closed but adequate parking. Trail in very good condition and some foliage color with the maples that are present. This is a trail through the timber with lots of creek crossings via nice bridges. Recommend the side trail to Confluence with the small loop back to the upper Big Creek. Saw 6 other hikers and a couple of dogs. Note the climb seems higher than details for hike indicate, and with the extra distance through the closed campground, etc. this is more like a 5 mile distance. Note also that with campground closure the bathrooms are also closed. It was an enjoyable hike.