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Pass Creek Trail 1053
The trail begins about 3 miles up the North Fork Skykomish Trail 1051 and climbs gently following Pass Creek eastward for 3.5 miles until it ends at the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail 2000 (PCT) on the north side of the Skykomish Ranger District, west of the Cascade crest. You will pass through Henry M. Jackson Wilderness on the North Fork Skykomish Trail.
This trail offers an easy access point to the Pacific Crest Trail and provides opportunities for longer loop hikes open to stock when conditions permit. It is also a good hike for those wishing to avoid crowds while enjoying the forest and open meadows. There are several water crossings that can be challenging in early season run-off. A highlight of this trail is a long wooden boardwalk constructed by the Youth Conservation Corps that crosses through a spectacular meadow wetland.
Note: Fording the North Fork of the Skykomish and Pass Creek may be difficult during early season snowmelt runoff.
From Pass Creek Trail take a popular 16.7-mile loop trip by following the North Fork Skykomish to Pass Creek to the Pacific Crest Trail. Then head south to the PCT’s intersection with West Cady Ridge Trail 1054. Take West Cady Ridge back to the North Fork Skykomish Trailhead on Forest Service Road 63.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
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| Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply within Henry M Jackson Wilderness.
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| Passes: | A valid Recreation Pass is required at the North Fork Skykomish Trailhead. |
| Information Center: | Check current conditions or call Skykomish Ranger District office at 360-677-2414. |
General Information
Directions:Access from North Fork Skykomish Trailhead.
From Skykomish, WA take US-2 east for about .8 miles then turn north onto Beckler Road #65, toward Beckler River Campground. Drive approximately 15 miles on Beckler Road/Forest Service Road #65 then turn right on Forest Service Road #63. Continue 4.2 miles to the end of #63.
The old North Fork Skykomish trailhead is 1.5 miles on the old roadbed past the new trailhead, which has lengthened the hike by 1.5 miles.
General Notes:
Map:
- Skykomish Ranger District
- Green Trails #144
Activities
Day Hiking
| Elevation desc | 3400/4200 |
| Difficulty Level: | More Difficult |
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Backpacking
Horse Riding
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