Mount Baden-Powell

Changing things up a bit by starting at Dawson Saddle, a few miles west of Vincent gap. A much more quiet trail connects to the

We got to the trailhead a little after 7am and there were about 7 cars parked there.  That didn't seem to change much during the

Fun trail. Its all switchbacks, so there isn’t much to look at until the peak, but it’s beautiful up there.

There are vaulted bathrooms at the parking lot. Started at 4am and the air felt dry. The trail is well maintained and easy to follow.

I came with my 3 other friends, got the trail head about 7:25am, and summited at 10:10am. It was my first time over there. I

First hike after a long hiatus. Switchbacks were a killer. I missed the views. Weather was good going up but got hot on the way