Huckleberry Mountain via Boulder Ridge

Took a beautiful Saturday morning to go through an area I've never hiked before. Started from Wildwood Rec Area gate at 9am. Walked into the rec area through nice woods and the rushing Salmon River. Began hiking up Boulder Ridge trail and gaining elevation immediately. Several nice views on the way up, but the payoff was near the summit on a saddle around 4200'. Great views NE to Mount Hood, ZigZag Mtn, Hunchback Mtn, Lolo Pass, etc. Very little snow until near the summit, but it was easily walkable. Great trip with some new people.