"I would probably recommend this trip to a friend."
This old mining/logging road is closed by a stream at 2 miles from the Taneum Creek road. Walking the road from there takes you up through Ponderosa Pine forest onto a ridgetop at about 4500'. There are nice, wide-open views north to the Stuart Range and the peaks surrounding the Enchantment Basin.
Photos: [Top] Lingering snow and the shadow of a large Ponderosa Pine on rugged glacial till, with the snow-capped Stuart Range in the distance; [Bottom] This strange gravesite sits just outside the Tamarack Spring Campground. The hand-lettered inscription says, "White Womans Grave."
Overall, it's a pleasant, easy hike for about 3 miles to the top, and the road continues beyond that, if you wish, into the Wildlife Preserve and up to a drive-in campground with a pioneer gravesite.
Because this whole area is open to, and popular with, ORVs, expect to meet a motorcycle or two.
Note: This is backcountry wilderness travel. Any trail can become very dangerous in winter conditions. You are responsible for informing yourself of the hazards and taking the necessary precautions. Please read Terms of Use.