"Took the Black Mountain Trail from Hwy 243. Still looks the same as it did 19 years ago, when I last hiked it. The lookout tower on the summit was open to visitors. I got the grand tour." — MikeTeeples • Sep 24, 2023

"We hiked the Tuesday after Labor Day. We only saw a few people and didn't need permits. Started the hike in the afternoon (later then I like to hike. It was hot but still had a lot of shade that it wasn't horrible. The ranger at the top was super nice. The trail was easy to follow and nicely maintained." — kerryscott • Sep 5, 2023

"From the Indian Vista Scenic Overlook off of Highway 243, a dirt road goes a bit indirectly toward Indian Mountain. This is a “V” shaped hike where it drops to a low point at about halfway and then climbs to the peak. I summited the boulder pile summit. Did the “V” again on the way back." — MikeTeeples • May 20, 2023

"Rode over after Castle Rocks. Got the mtb all the way up to the path up to the tower. Tower was actively staffed (and seemed to be busy on radio), so not able to climb up to the deck, but enjoyed walking around the base." — edg • Aug 6, 2022

"Quick, early morning mtb ride from the scenic vista parking area. The grades up the last climb are no joke. I ended up walking a lot. Low summit, but expansive views south and west. I like this inclusion on the HPS list." — edg • Aug 6, 2022