As of this writing, this trailhead is currently closed for renovations still. After a 300 pound boulder injured a man in March of 2020 on the trail, it was deemed unsafe in areas and needed a new overhaul. The last portion, a new trail access point is being constructed off of Invergordon and 64th Street. An exact date for the reopening hasn’t been determined yet.
With a newly constructed trailhead, you will have access to a water fountain and bathroom facilities. The trail is moderate for the first mile and will include hiking up a dirt and loose gravel incline. Just follow the blue arrows up if you get confused on which way to go.
Once you hit the “saddle” portion, the rest becomes a harder hike. Do not wander off trail or try to climb up your own way. You will most likely either get hurt, have to be rescued or a combination of the both. After the saddle area on the Camelback Mountain hike, you will want to follow the ridge portion up, which will have many more rocks you will need to climb over. Many people use their hands to help steady or pull them up.
Now you will want to look for the yellow reflectors along with the blue arrows for the direction to go. Follow them up to the top where you will have a 360° view of the area. If you happen to be at the top during December, then you might see a Christmas tree.