Bret Point #649
The Bret Point Trail #649 is a steep, short trail which receives most of its use by the range permittees who drive their cattle out on Bret Point. It is the only designated route providing access to Big Dominguez Canyon from the drainage’s east rim. The trail descends off the rim at a steep grade along a large draw/canyon that feeds into Big Dominguez Creek. It continues through large, old growth Ponderosa Pine as well as Douglas Fir and aspen. At the bottom of the trail near the lower trailhead there are several culturally scarred Ponderosa Pine trees that were utilized by the Ute Indians. In addition the trail offers scenic vistas of Big Dominguez Creek and La Fair Creek and the impressive canyon walls.
General Information
May
Open to Hiking, Horseback, and Mountain Bike.
Getting There
Elevation
8,200
Directions
UPPER ACCESS:
From the Northern Forest Boundary, travel 15.4 miles south on the Divide Road, FSR #402, to the junction with the Dominguez Road, FSR #408. Turn left (east) onto the Dominguez Road and travel 6.2 miles to its intersection with the Bret Point Road, FSR #418. Turn left (north) onto the Bret Point Road and travel 2.4 miles along the Big Dominguez Creek to the Upper Bret Point Trailhead.
LOWER ACCESS:
Travel down the Carson Hole Trail#610 for 0.8 miles from the Carson Hole Picnic Ground to its intersection with the Smith Point Trail #636. Turn right onto the Smith Point Trail and head south for about 3/10 mile to its intersection with the Bret Point Trail.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
