Nice quick hike to do on your way across highway 20 - we stopped on our way to Winthrop. The trail is easy, but there was little to no shade, so it got pretty hot - make sure to bring plenty of water! We didn't get to the trailhead until about 11, so it was pretty toasty. 

This trail is a gentle grade and quite easy to hike.  There is one small section at the beginning where, as the hike description describes, is the old creek bed.  The rocks are pretty small and this sections is quite short.  The rest of the trail is smooth with minor rocks here and there.  It's nice that the majority of the climb is in the shade, but towards the top, there are a few scattered open, dusty areas, on the trail.  Views at the top a beautiful.  Hang onto the doggies and watch the kids since there's a cliff face at the overlook.  Stayed at the Colonial Creek Campground  - accross the highway which is a nice campground.  Can't wait to come back.

I hiked this with my 11-month-old Siberian husky. This is a nice, short hike that would be suitable for children and dogs. There were very few people on the trail as I was heading up and the view from the top is beautiful! The hike starts off in a forested area, but you quickly leave that behind as you head up the trail. Sidenote: if you are going to take a dog on this hike, bring a lot of water. There aren't any streams or places where your dog can cool off once you break out of the forested area. It's pretty well-shaded, but you wouldn't want your furry friend to overheat. I will definitely hike this trail again. 

What a nice easy hike for someone recovering from a foot injury earlier in the week! Short with very mellow elevation gain and plenty of views!