This hiking and backcountry skiing trail begins in Mill B North Fork, winds into Elbow Fork, and ends up on the southwest flank of Mt. Raymond in the vicinity of Maxfield Basin. The route will take you past Hidden Falls and Elbow Canyon Waterfall which is intermittent during the summer months. Views of Broads Fork, Twin Peaks, Mill B South Fork, Lake Blanche area, Mt. Raymond, and sections of the Salt Lake Valley can be seen from this trail. The Mill B North Fork Trail joins the Desolation Trail and can access with many other trails between Big Cottonwood Canyon and Mill Creek Canyon.

Directions: From Salt Lake City, Follow Big Cottonwood Canyon Road (7000 South Wasatch Blvd.) about 4.4 miles up the canyon to trailhead. Trailhead is located on the north side of the "S" curve 0.1 mile past Mill B South Fork Picnic Area. Trailhead sign marks the beginning of the trail.

Elevation: 6,200 feet

Ending Elevation: 9,200 feet

Elevation Gain: 3,000 feet

Distance: 3 miles

Usage: Frequent

Difficulty: Strenuous

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