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Also known as No Name Creek Trail by Steph_and_Blake Anyway, the trail started off as a gravel road along No Name Creek. The road terminated at a water plant (evidently No Name Creek water is used to supply the town of Glenwood Springs), whereby the trail became a dirt path with plenty of shade. The well-defined path stayed close to the creek and there were wildflowers and wild berries (red raspberry and thimbleberry) aplenty.
Shortly after doing an about face we saw the turnoff we had missed and took it. From there the trail made several switchbacks up the west side of the canyon and then maintained a moderate grade. There being no real views worth mentioning and no known destination, we kept questioning whether we should continue or turn around. A mile or so later our frustration got the better of us and we decided to hightail it back to the campground for a cold beverage. Now that we're back in Arizona with an adequate internet connection (and with my curiosity piqued!), I've done a more in-depth look into the Jess Weaver trail.....Firstly, why is it called Jess Weaver? Evidently, the trail is named after Jess Weaver, a well-known rancher who lived in the area who died in No Name Creek. Secondly, how long is it? As before, I found different lengths, depending on the website. Going with the USDA's White River National Forest website, the trail (one-way) is 6.3 miles long. Further, you can make a loop of it with the Grizzly Creek Trail (to the east). Lastly, what's at the end? Nothing really. It ends at a forest service road. All in all, I'd recommend the hike if you're in Glenwood Springs and don't want to drive far. And for the exercise. Check out the Triplog. Leave No Trace and +Add a Triplog after your hike to support this local community. One-Way Notice This hike is listed as One-Way. 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. |