The trailhead is at the West Mancos Overlook, on the right side of the road as you take the Transfer Campground turnoff from FDR 561. The trail begins by dropping slightly below the rim of the canyon and traverses the rim until it joins up with the Box Canyon Trail access road. From there you must continue down the Box Canyon Trail access road toward the canyon rim until you pick up the trail again, which traverses along the top of the rim to Doc Lowell Flats. Follow the two–track road out and across the West Mancos Road, and pick up the trail again on the other side. The trail will wind down into Chicken Creek and intersect with the Chicken Creek Trail.
When hiking several trails on a single "hike", log it with a generic name that describes the hike. Then link the trails traveled, check out the example.
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
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