It was hot!
Saturday 6 “deranged” hikers attempted to hike from the Stone Door, at Savage Gulf north, to Sawmill campground. Full of energy, we quickly descended the rocky steps of the Door which is a 3-foot width of rock steps between the bluffs. Then we tackled the irregular boulders down to the junction of the Connector trail and Big Creek Gulf. It was nearly a mile descent from the Stone Door to the Connector trail. Tucked in the back of our minds was that we would have to ascend this difficult trail upon our return in the afternoon which would be the hottest part of the day.
We proceeded on the Connector trail. The path alternated from an easy, flat dirt trail, to boulders, a fallen tree we climbed through, 2 swinging bridges and no water in any of the creeks. At about 4.5 miles, we took the spur trail, to lunch and rest at the old Decatur Savage cabin. We were tired and decided the cabin was a good turn around point.
The going back wasn’t too bad; a few more rest stops and enjoyed the little and infrequent breeze. But when we started the relentless rocky ascent toward the Stone Door, it was strenuous, taxing our limits. Working together as a team, we made it out. Good job, Hikers!
9.09 miles with an elevation gain of 1676 feet.
Did I mention it was hot?!!!
If you would like to see some pictures taken during this hike, click here.
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