Byrd's Nest

Byrd's nest is reached from the Beahm's Gap parking area.  Follow the trail from the north end of teh parking lot to Byrd's nest #4, a backpacking waystation.  The climb is smooth, but moderately steep.  From the top, you find a nice three-sided shelter with a large fireplace.  Running water was once available, but is out of service.  A spectacular view east of the mountains is largely obscured by second growth timber grown since the Nest's construction bythe CCC. Total distance: ~2 miles roundtrip. Time: ~ 1 hour.  Date: May 27, 2001

Edward and Eric explore the shelter

The view from the top

Gale and Eric on the trail