We’ll be spending the weekend working on the West Fork of the Buttermilk. MVTC reopened this trail in 2025, and we’d like to make sure everyone has safe access to Beautiful Star Lake again in 2026. Our goal will be to start the logout of this through fair to the Sawtooth crest, and address encroaching brush along the way. Each day, the logout will go a little further up the trail, so come Friday for a shorter hike, and Sunday for the longer option. All skillsets are welcome
Please note that there is an improvised log crossing for Buttermilk Creek within the first quarter mile of this hike. It’s large and stable, but not the best creek crossing if you’re not sure-footed.
Our crew will convene at the West Fork of the Buttermilk trailhead at 8:30 each morning and aim to return to the cars by 2:30 pm at the latest. Reach out if you would like to coordinate a carpool from Wintrhop. Join us for one day, or all three.
Google Maps directions to the trailhead
MVTC will provide tools, personal protective equipment, training, and light refreshments afterward.
Please bring water, sturdy, close-toed shoes, lunch, and wear an outfit you do not mind getting dirty.
All are welcome! Please join us if you are able.