Follow China Hat Road south to FS 1810. Park at given coordinates and enjoy your hike up Bessie Butte. 3/4 mile one way and about a 500 foot elevation gain.
This is one of our favorite close to home hikes. We have seen it on fire twice in the past 15 years. We have hiked it with lots of friends and dogs over the years. We have ridden our horses up here and watched the eclipse from the top. I know a guy that hikes up here in the winter and skiis down. LOVE THIS BUTTE.
Finding a proper hiding spot is hard do due to the popularity of this spot. It is in the bush. and please rehide it well.