Seven miles up Forest Service Rd. 350 take the right hand fork into Willow park, approx. Parks and valleys are plentiful to play in and at dose observation you will probably see a variety of wildlife. Restroom and picnic tables available. 5 miles to Beaver Creek Reservoir, where by the way, the ice fishing is excellent.
Parking is at the far end of the lake and restrooms are available.
Two miles after leaving the parking area go straight approx. Numerous parks and valleys will be found. Watch for heavy equipment and trucks, even in winter. The trail head in three miles up, with parking at the road and bridge. Eight miles to the end of the trail at an elevation of 11,530 feet, there are few places to play until you reach the end of the trail.