A blog for the more than average traveler, hiker, and mountain biker.
Boots-on-ground trail reports and hiking intel from across the West and beyond. From casual walks to technical summit pushes, if it’s on foot, it’s here.
📍 Overview Only twenty people a day can visit this cliff dwelling. Getting the permit is the easy part. 🚗 Getting There The real catch is the road. Snow Flat Road is unpaved, high clearance required, and rain can make…
Clay’s Lowdown The ladders are the hook, not the catch. BLM says there are no designated trails and little to no cell service, so download your map before you leave Mecca. 4.4 miles and about 900 feet of gain. Guides…