The Rex Derr Trail was our introductory hike to Pearrygin State Park. We'd just been to the Lloyd Ranch, just minutes down the road, and wanted some more sunny-outdoor-time. Remarkably, Pearrygin is open year-round. The trails are well groomed and label to distinguish the differing user groups.
This trail was ~3 miles, looping initially through wintery shrub-steppe and then looping back alongside Pearrygin Lake. There was little elevation gain making this an easy romp. Dried grasses poked their heads up and the always-fragrant Bigleaf Sage was everywhere.
The turn-around point of this hike is an old home-site owned by the Graves'. There are some very photogenic building and a fabulous 30's era truck. Natural views are in abundance as well with snowy peaks stretching in all directions.
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