Mount Creston Trail

Route Description for Mount Creston Trail

With fairly easy terrain and amazingly scenic views overlooking the Creston Valley, the Mount Creston Trail is a great opportunity to get out for some exercise and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The trail sets out from the parking area and climbs up the hillside through a series of switchbacks that are not overly steep and provide a pleasant view looking back across the valley. Reaching Balancing Rock, hikers can look out to the town of Creston across the flat expanse of the valley, with rugged mountain peaks in behind, such as that of Mount Thompson. Continuing along the trail, hikers will pass through the forest to arrive at the summit of Mount Creston, an even higher vantage point overlooking the valley. When you have had your fill of the amazing views that stretch out in all directions, head back down the trail to return to your vehicle.