Starts at Rifleman Phillips parking area. The trail takes you past several historic buildings, aspen groves, and seasonal streams. It is the access trail for backcountry shelter #3 and the Forgotten Valley backcountry camping area. The trail ends overlooking the Tallman Ranch and Forgotten Valley. Intersects the Mountain Lion trail.
- Permitted users: Hikers, horse, and mountain bike
- Usage: Medium
- Degree of difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation gain: 510 feet