This is the most difficult part of the trail. Connector trail to left, Big Creek Gulf Trail to right. 1.2 Old logging road to left leads to several resurgent springs where the creek re-emerges after a 2 mile underground stretch. 2.0 Ranger Falls to left. This side trail leads to the falls and sink of Ranger Creek.
Round trip is one mile.
An old landslide has opened a view of the surrounding cliffs, the largest being 'Big Bluff' to the west. After a steep ascent the trail rejoins the logging road. 4.0 Laurel trail begins to left, Big Creek Rim trail to the right. Alum gap camp area. This short trail connects the Alum Gap Camp Area with Greeter Falls Area.