Second Divide Trail

Description:

• Second Divide Trails is a moderately difficult trail at an elevation of 3,480 feet. This trail offer several possibilities to explore in this area. The Second Divide Trail follows Pauley Creek down the canyon. This area has a wide variety of birds, wildlife, and flowers. Pauley Creek falls rapidly and the short spur trails leading to the creek are well worth exploring for picnicking, fishing and sightseeing.

  Backpackers may choose to follow Second or Third Divide Trails to the junction of the Butcher Ranch and Pauley Creek Trails. The Butcher Ranch Trail offers beautiful displays of spring flowers. The scenic Pauley Creek trail accesses Gold Valley.

  Day Hikers who can arrange transportation may wish to be dropped off at the Third Divide Trailhead and hike the loop to their vehicle at Second Divide.