This trail is in my “backyard” so I am fairly familiar with it however, I have never hiked it from Blue Sky trail head. Very nice hike. Trail is in great shape. Easy to navigate. Best to go early as it can get very warm. Today's high is expected to be 80 – and we could definitely feel that temp as we were headed down. This trail has become SO crowded as everyone wants the picture on the “chip” rock. I admit, it makes for a cool photo however the draw is bringing many unprepared hikers as well as lots of trash and now graffiti. Its a shame because it is such a lovely hike with great views.

Important to note that the parking lot does not open until 6:30am. We like hiking early so we ended up parking a good mile away and having to walk back to trail head in order to start early.