Trail #194 Dry Creek

Area Status: Open

This Trail Open to Hiker and Equestrian Use.

This 4 mile trail runs north and south to the east of Trapper Creek Wilderness. This trail offers the opportunity to hike through an old-growth forest. Views of sparkling Dry Creek and the turbulent Bourbon Creek enhance this trail.

From Trapper Creek Trailhead follow Trapper Creek Trail 192.1 for 50 feet to Dry Creek Trail. This trail runs parallel with Dry Creek for an easy hike through pockets of old-growth forest. After about 4 miles, the trail crosses Bourbon Creek and then intersects Big Hollow Trail #158. This trail is an historic railroad grade.

Alert: This trail is within the Big Hollow Fire (2020) burned area. Hikers travel at their own risk. Please review safety tips for burned areas.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	08/12/2023: Trail is accessible and cleared. Please review safety tips for burned areas. There is a $5 day use fee at Trailhead. Fee can be paid with cash in the fee envelope, or by use of a NW Forest or Interagency Pass. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	Wilderness Regulations apply. Closed to All Motorized Use. Bicycle Use Prohibited.
Closest Towns:	Stabler, WA; Carson, WA
Passes:	A valid Recreation Pass required at Trapper Creek Trailhead which accesses Dry Creek Trail.
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Mt. Adams Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

Trail can be accessed from Trapper Creek Trailhead on Forest Road 5401 and Big Hollow Trail #158.

Activities

Day Hiking

See activity description under Backpacking.

Backpacking

From Road 5401, access is 50 ft up Trapper Creek Trail #192 and runs parallel with Dry Creek for an easy hike through pockets of old-growth forest. After about 4 miles, the trail crosses Bourbon Creek and then intersects Big Hollow Trail #158. This trail is an historic railroad grade.