Cook and Green Trail #959

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Cook and Green Trail #959 begins a gradual ascent through a dense mixed forest comprised of canyon live oak, mountain mahogany and big leaf maple. The trail itself is 8.2 miles with elevations of 2280 to 4765 feet and is considered to be moderate to difficult. The trail continues a 3.5 mile traverse above Cook and Green Creek before reaching No-See-Em camp. This campsite is one of only two sites large enough to accommodate 1-2 tents. After leaving this campsite, the trail climbs gradually along the west side of Bear Gulch. Here the deciduous forest gives way to large stands of old growth Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, noble fir, and the rare Brewers spruce. Ferns, beargrass and huckleberry bushes blanket the forest floor. A small spring is passed just prior to reaching Cook and Green Pass, marking the end of Cook and Green Trail. The name Cook and Green is derived from Robert Cook and two Green brothers who were partners in several mining ventures in this vicinity during the 1870's and 1880's. The Cook and Green Trail offers an opportunity for a 15 mile loop beginning and ending at the Cook and Green trailhead.