On the way to Putrid Pete's Peak (P3) you pass by two unmarked trails and I have always wondered were they went. When I saw a trip report showing these trails I decided it would make nice afternoon hike. I'm calling this Dirty Harry's Connector because I believe the upper most trail will take you to Dirty Harry's Balcony. I turned around too early, I think I was only about a quarter of mile from the balcony.
We started at Exit 42 on I-90 and headed up the boot path next to Mason Creek. When we hit the road and walked to the Ira Springs parking area, I was surprised at the number of cars for a weekday.
Google Maps link Click Terrain for a better view.
The root covered old log across the main portion of the creek.
Fun with sticks
The first Y in the trail, we took a right and continued up hill. On our return we'll take the left trail back to the car.
The second Y is the start of the connector trail from the P3 trail which continues up the hill on the right.
Pictures from a rock outcropping along the trail. McClellan Butte in the background. This spot and a small talus field, a little farther down the trail, are the only points with any view.
Need someplace to store your fireworks?
Blue thinks he looks and smells so good. A quick trip back to the creek got most of it out.
A towel around his neck until we can soap up back at home.
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