Segment: Steep use trail from Dawson Saddle to Mt. Lewis

Stats: From Dawson Saddle to Mt. Lewis: 0.5 miles, 493′ gain. From Mt. Lewis to Dawson Saddle: 0.5 miles, 493′ loss. Round Trip: 1 mile, 493′ gain and loss.

Last Hiked: 10-26-14

Hikes:

1. Dawson Saddle To Mt. Lewis: 1 mile, 493′ gain and loss
2. Dawson Saddle To Mt. Lewis and Throop Peak: 5.2 miles, 1728′ gain and loss

Posts: Mt. Lewis Is A Small Treasure Hidden In Plain Sight

The trailhead is located at the west side of the building at Dawson Saddle.

Trailhead to Mt. Lewis

The use trail is very steep in many places–among the steepest in this forest. It ends at the peak which is a highly wooded area with great views.

Mt. Lewis use trail near the peak.

More photos here