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Scenic hike through the evergreens by Vasquez Creek.


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Map Key

2.7

Miles

4.4

KM

Out and Back

9,263' 2,823 m

High

9,033' 2,753 m

Low

230' 70 m

Up

231' 70 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

9%

Max Grade (5°)

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Features Birding · River/Creek · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly Easy hike in the forest close to town

Description

Blue Sky is a gentle climb (or descent depending on the direction you are hiking) along the ridge above Vasquez Creek. The trail changes between wide and rocky path on the steeper sections to smooth, sweeping singletrack in the flatter sections through the trees. Enjoy the sound of the creek and the solitude of dense evergreen woods on this trail.

The top of Blue Sky connects to a fire road that if taken to the west across Vasquez Creek will connect you back to Vasquez Road and a variety of other trails if you are looking for a longer hike. This trail is multi-use, and while it typically isn't busy, just be alert and courteous to others on the trail.

This trail is often hiked as an out and back.

Contacts

Shared By:

Kristen Arendt with improvements by Adam Nicholson 1

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Aug 14, 2020
Ellen Jardine
Jun 20, 2018
Rebecca B
Very pleasant and open. Saw some calypso orchids on the side of the trail.
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