Chilly Peak

On the ridgeline of the 8 mile hike to the top of Ben Lomond is a relatively untravelled trail. This trail leads to Chilly Peak. It gains about 2,500′ in 4 miles – not super steep but good training with a loaded pack.

I took Kathy up there a couple of weeks ago and then headed up myself again on Friday. Not a lot of folks on the trail, but as I was on my way down, the motorbikes showed up. As it is a multi-use trail, the bikes are allowed. The good thing is that it is now getting close to hunting season, so hopefully, the motorbikes scare the wildlife enough that they don’t spend a lot of time being visible!

Near the first major viewpoint to the east with the Pineview Reservoir in the background. Beautiful sunrise – it pays to leave early!
This year promises to be a mediocre color year due to the lack of moisture. A few maples beg to differ!
There were a couple of flowers still blooming, which was unecpected and nice to see.
As I popped up the ridge, a welcoming party of a doe and her 2 fawns greeted me.
Looking back towards Lewis Peak and Mt. Ogden.

There was a nice breeze on the top, and the passing clouds kept the temperatures down on both days that I hiked up there.

Chilly Peak on the right skyline, Ben Lomond is the highest point (about 3.5 miles) and Willard Peak is just popping into the sun in the way back, about 2 miles past the Ben Lomond summit.
Chilly Peak in the distance.
Summit cairn
Summit shot with Kathy.

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