Observation Peak — Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023

Note - WTA shows 500ft elevation gain, but actual is 1400ft because trail goes up, then descends then goes back up. Nice trail. First mile of Trail #132 is up through scorched forest fire burn area. Eerie. From view point trail descends to Berry Camp and junction with #192 and #158. Go straight on #132 about 1/2 mile to junction with #132A, old sign "Observation Peak #132A", Go right and start long easy traverse up to summit. Our whole hike was in fog, clouds, mist and rain, so no views for us.   On Hwy 30 pass Fish Hatchery 2 miles and veer left to gate and unmarked road. This is FR64. (If you continue and drive past a cliff, you have just passed the turnoff). Go up FR64 about 4 miles (good road) then veer left up marked FR58. FR58 is best with AWD or high clearance, but is passable.  Trailhead is where FR58 forks, easy to spot.  On your way back to Hwy 14 stop in Carson at Backwoods Brewery next to the Post Office. Highly recommended.

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