The trail follows along the north side of Caples Creek through virgin forest, intersecting the Silver Fork Trail and continues through beautiful Jake Schneider's Meadow intersecting the Old Silver Lake Trail. From this junction, the trail proceeds uphill for nearly one mile where it ends at the junction of Government Meadows Trail.

Directions: From Kyburz, Follow the Silver Fork Rd. for approximately 10 miles turning left just before Fitch Rantz Bridge onto a 4-wheel drive road which leads 1/4 mile to the trailhead.

Elevation: 5,700 feet

Ending Elevation: 6,400 feet

Elevation Gain: 700 feet

Usage: Moderate

Difficulty: Moderate

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