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A shortcut from Grizzly Gulch to the summit of Willson Peak.


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Map Key

1.1

Miles

1.8

KM

Point to Point

2,648' 807 m

High

1,888' 576 m

Low

760' 232 m

Up

21' 6 m

Down

13%

Avg Grade (8°)

31%

Max Grade (17°)

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Features River/Creek · Spring · Views · Wildflowers

Description

This trail leaves the Grizzly Gulch Trail, crosses the creek, and begins an initially steep ascent up the slope toward Willson Peak. As it climbs, the trail passes through stands of oak trees and across large meadows that are filled with wildflowers in the spring. About a half-mile above the creek, the gradient eases considerably. The trail keeps climbing—but with less vigor—until, at a little over a mile from the Grizzly Gulch Trail, you pass the large, rounded summit of Willson Peak and reach the end of the trail at its junction with Steer Ridge Road.

The Grizzly Gulch Trail, Willson Peak Trail, Steer Ridge Road, and the Spike Jones Trail can be combined to make a moderate loop through some very beautiful country.

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California poppies and the summit of Willson Peak
Jan 3, 2018 near San Martin, CA
A meadow flush with California poppies
Jan 3, 2018 near San Martin, CA
Climbing up the Willson Peak Trail
Jan 3, 2018 near San Martin, CA
The trail passes through stands of oaks
Jan 3, 2018 near San Martin, CA
Willson Peak from Steer Ridge Road
Jan 3, 2018 near San Martin, CA

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