Difficulties: Intermediate

Stairway to Heaven Lower

Going up from Wakina Sky Road, or going down either from the Upper Stairway or from the Dazed and Confused Trail, the Stairway to Heaven

Black Forest Trail

In the summer of 1988, a massive wildfire left this area completely calcinated, a visual which led to this trail’s name: the Black Forest Trail.

Barking Goat Route

Taking the Barking Goat Route is a great way to explore the Wakina Sky woods from both sides of the ridge, as the route links

Andy’s Trail

Accessible via Seven Sisters Trail and Charlie’s Trail, Andy’s Trail is a less-than-a-mile trail through the trees of west Mount Helena. A peaceful route, the

Evans Trail

From Orofino Gulch Drive, Evans Trail is a quick and occasionally steep way to reach the scenic Wakina Sky meadows and access the Black Forest

Eagle Scout Trail

From DeFord Trailhead, Eagle Scout is a pleasant hike on the west side of Mt Ascension. This trail is a little over a half mile,

Goat Trail

Goat Trail starts with a small wooden bridge leading to a lovely trail surrounded by nature and quiet. The trail twists and turns through a

Rocky Road Trail

The Rocky Road Trail is located on Bompart Hill, and accessible via Lime Kiln Trailhead. A fair amount of social trails are adjacent to Rocky

Prospect Shafts Trail

Starting at Mt Helena Trailhead, Prospect Shafts Trail is a strenuous path to reach the summit. The mostly rocky trail is quite steep, but offers

Hanging Draw Trail

To reach Hanging Draw Trail, park at Dump Gulch Trailhead and hike a quarter-mile up McKelvey Trail. Hanging Draw climbs the south side of Mount