Deuel Creek Hike - WINTER EDITION
This hike features 11 bridges! 3 waterfalls, watering hole, and a giant rope swing! It's kid friendly Proof HERE. Its BEAUTIFUL and it's rarely frequented in the winter months. We didn't see another person when we went but we did see some massive cougar prints in the snow!
This hike was the most amazing winter wonderland and to this day remains my favorite winter hike for that reason alone. The bridges and swing help, but the beauty of this trail is at the top of my list.
The waterfall at the end was frozen over so we were able to stand right next to it.
No nail prints, that means these are not dog prints, but feline prints. Definitely a cougar! They were MASSIVE!
These are dog prints for reference.
Racoon?
And my go to snack for hiking. Easy and filling.
For more details about this hike, check out our original post HERE. This was my first time doing it in the snow and it is officially my favorite.
Thanks for stopping by! We hope this post was helpful and inspires you to get out and make some fun memories in the snow! Be sure to tag us @saltproject.co if you go so we can see and share! We love seeing you adventuring.
Check out our original blog post HERE to see photos in the spring and all the deets
This is a Popular hike on weekends. We recommend hiking mid week in the summer.
Trail is 90% shade midday.
Rating: Moderate
Distance: 0.8 miles RT to 1st waterfall, 5.0 miles RT to second waterfall
Elevation Gain: 1312 feet
Fees: none
Bathroom: none
Dog Friendly: Yes
Directions to Deuel Creek South Fork Trailhead:
From the 1-15, take exit 319 and head east toward the mountains.
Turn right on 400 E.
Turn left onto 100 S.
Turn left onto Firebreak Rd. There is no sign, but it is a dirt road and there is a junction to go left or right. Head right and it’s a steep climb up a dirt hill.
Follow around to the left and you will see a wide parking area and a trailhead sign.
Put Deuel Creek South Trail Head into Google Maps and it will take you right there.
