Icehouse Canyon via Signal Peak
The Icehouse Canyon Trail from Signal Peak is an ideal guide to use if you’ve come up Sixshooter Canyon and want to make a loop by descending Icehouse Canyon Trail. This is an incredible hike that we’d venture to call an underrated gem. Despite its amazing scenery, this route doesn’t see very much traffic. The scenery is unreal and you’ll likely encounter few fellow hikers as you soak up the views.
We recommend coming prepared with extra layers of clothing, especially in the shoulder season. It can be snowy and windy at the peak. Additionally, make sure you have a map on hand as cell reception on this hike is poor or nonexistent for most. Finally, bring lots of water!
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Route Description for Icehouse Canyon via Signal Peak
For a jaw-dropping hike with ever-changing scenery, the Icehouse Canyon Trail sees far fewer visitors than it should. This route that begins from the peak is perfect to use if you’ve come up Sixshooter Canyon next door and you want to use this route to make a loop. If you can time your hike for the autumn color change, you’ll be in for an extra treat.
From the peak, you’ll descend down into the canyon on your left. The surroundings change as you go, from colorful forest to scrubby chaparral. The descent is quite steep and can be rocky in some places, but routefinding won’t be a challenge as long as you keep heading down the middle of the canyon. This route will take you to the parking area for both canyons, completing your loop.
Getting to the Icehouse Canyon via Signal Peak Trailhead
The trailhead for the Icehouse Canyon Trail is on FR 112, but this route begins from atop Signal Peak.
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