A popular backing and horse camping trail accessing the Lee Metcalf Wilderness - Taylor Hilgard Unit into Sedge Meadows, Taylor Falls, and the Taylor Hilgard Mountain Range. Trail can be connected for possible shuttle loop to Beaver Creek Trailhead. Trail #17 known as Lightning Creek Trail takes off from the trailhead and multiple connector trails are possible.
Lightning Creek Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.
See the map for Lightning Creek Trailhead's exact location and directions.
Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.