If I recall correctly (from mid-2022), the east end of the trail ending at the turning circle is a bit bushy with the logging regrowth and is quite steep with two rope assists to make it down to the stream crossing with the ford. The western side should be much more obvious and easy to follow until into the cutblock.

It's also possible that MKRF blocked the trail as they sometimes do at unofficial entry points into the woodlot/forest.

Just a heads up, this area is very bear heavy due to the proximity to the nearby berry farms.