John Richards
Camping lake side at the very top (don't get confused and think the flats that you can drive to is actually the named lake) is awesome. Great views with a great mountain backdrop behind the lake to the east. If you can, camp right on the edge of the lake where the creek empties out of the lake and continues down the mountain. I believe that you are technically not allowed to camp so close to the water, but considering there is no other places at the top of the trail to camp, you have no choice but to bend the rule.
This is a very fun day hike. If you are fit, can easily do in an afternoon. When I went there were lots of families and I honestly don't know how some of those kids scrambled up those wet logs and rocks - dads must have been doing extra piggyback work. If you are willing to walk .25-.5 mile extra just park in town for free. The parking lot at the trailhead is run by the town, so don't think your money is going to BLM or any national parks.
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