Maggie Creek Trail 1186
The entire trail is within the Norse Peak Wilderness. This moderate five-mile hike or horseback ride begins at 3,500 feet at the junction with the Greenwater Trail and ends at 4,900 feet at the junction with the Pacific Crest Trail.
Traveling south to north:
Begin at the Greenwater Lakes Trail 1176 junction and gradually descend into the forest. Cross the Greenwater River at mile 0.2. Be careful crossing Slide Creek at mile .4, there is no footing. Climb through old growth timber and cross Maggie Creek at mile 3.6 and ascend to the ridgetop at mile 4.7. The last part of the hike for a half of a mile is level grade to the junction with the Pacific Crest Trail 2000 at mile 5.
At a Glance
Usage: | Medium |
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Best Season: | Summer/Fall |
Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply. Dogs must be on a leash. Use established rings for campfires. |
Passes: | A valid Recreation Pass is required the Greenwater Lakes Trailhead. |
Information Center: | Check current conditions or call Snoqualmie Ranger District, Enumclaw Office at 360-825-6585. |
General Information
Directions:Via Greenwater Lakes Trailhead: From Enumclaw, drive east on State Highway 410 for 20.3 miles to Greenwater Road #70. Turn left (north) onto Road #70 and follow it 9.6 miles to the trail sign. Turn right onto Road #7033, the trailhead on right side of road after 0.5 miles.
Travel the Greenwater Trail #1176 for 5.6 miles to beginning of Maggie Creek Trail.
Via Naches Trail #1175: From Enumclaw, drive east on Highway 410 for 20.3 miles to Greenwater Road #70. Turn left (north) and follow Road #70, 12.0 miles to the junction with Road #7080. Go straight on Road #70 for 0.5 mile to spur road #7000260 on the left. Follow Road #7000260 for 0.2 mile to the junction with Naches Trail #1175.
Travel the Naches Trail #1175 west approximately 0.8 mile to Pacific Crest Trail #2000, then 1.1 miles south on Pacific Crest Trail to north end of Maggie Creek Trail.
Activities
Day Hiking
Fire Information | Use established rings for campfires. |
Difficulty Level: | More Difficult |
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