Starts across from the Visitor Center. Trail takes you through Aspen groves and open grassy areas. Provides great views of Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, the Continental Divide, and Treamont Mountain. Trail branches off to the Beaver backcountry shelter and slough pond.
- Permitted users: Hikers only
- Type: Loop
- Usage: Moderate
- Degree of difficulty: Most Difficult
- Starting elevation: 8,200 feet
- Elevation gain: 1,050 feet
