Gold Fork North Trail

Summary

The ford of the Gold Fork North Trail at the northern end of the trail, is deep and swift for all users. The other two fords shouldn't be much of a problem for hikers and horses, however the last one could cause some problems for motorcycles. Also, the upper portion of the trail is very steep, and may be difficult for motorcycles. The trail travels through open forests of larch, lodgepole pine, and fir, which provide for views along the trail. The trail ends at the old Gold Fork Lookout. From the cement platform of the lookout there are panoramic views to the west, north, and south. The Spruce Fire burned through the upper part of this trail in 1989. The buildings associated with the lookout may have been destroyed. Starting at the western trailhead for Dollar Creek Ridge, hike up Dollar Creek Ridge for approximately 0.2 miles. The unsigned but very evident Gold Fork North Trail drops steeply to, and fords, the North Fork of the Gold Fork River at this point. The trail gently climbs and fords a side drainage

{ Last know status: Open | Approximate size: Unknown Mile(s) | Last updated: August 28, 2019 }

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