Calico Basin is beautiful. My first thought was that, that is the name of the trail we were venturing of on, but come to find out is the name of the whole area. There are many trails and hikes in that area. My goal is to do a majority if not all of them. We had the pleasure of joining the infamous Norm K. on one of his hikes. He knows the land and the area like the back of his hand. He spots the plants and the animals for everyone to see.
The Calico Basin is before the scenic loop. Don't go to fast or you'll miss it. But it is marked so it's not like it is difficult to find. There's no charge to get into this area so we have found it's a great way to get out of the house and it doesn't cost a thing. Except a good sweat!