The area is fairly remote, so water and food are not readily available. Parking is free. There are numerous camping opporturities along this ridge. Access is easy with a rugged vehicle, and bike campers, anyone on foot, or real 4WD vehicles can get to more remote sites. This area is popular with hikers, backpackers, rock climbers, bird watchers, leaf peepers, and four wheelers.
Tension exists between recreational users and land owners.
At least one new gate has recently been put up. Please respect all private property, share the trail, and be considerate of the many other people who use this area. The trailhead exits the parking lot at the far right corner as you drive in. It is an out back trail, approximately 18 miles round trip. There are numerous side trails to explore, and nearly all of them are steep downhills off the ridge, followed by wicked climbs back up.