3.5 hr
Overview
A backdoor approach to Archer Mountain takes you from the Forest Service parking area at the old St. Cloud apple orchard to Lower Archer Falls . Then a less traveled trail rises to the open talus below the cliffs of Quiver Point and thence to join the Archer Mountain Trail. From here, you can continue up the steep south slope of Archer Mountain to Scott Point , the best spot to see up the spectacular High Valley to Archer Falls . While the 0.4 mile trail to Lower Archer Falls is well used, the trail’s continuation to the main Archer trail system, maintained exclusively by volunteers, may take some skill to follow. Himalayan blackberry, native blackberry, blackcap raspberry, stinging nettle, and poison oak all encroach on the route. You’d be well-advised to wear long pants. On wet days, wear rain gear, or you will get soaked by the vegetation. Be advised that this trail is maintained by volunteers, and your help is appreciated. Bring a pruning saw and/or hand loppers to slash back the blackberry and nettles which are always encroaching on the path, especially at the lower and upper ends. Note that there's a grape vine near the beginning of the route that you should leave undisturbed so that bypassers can harvest the fruits in season.
Trail Stats
7.7 km
472 m
479 m
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