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Drake Creek Trail #502.1
This formerly forested trail between Hidden Lakes Trail #477 and Larch Creek Trail #502 was severely burned in the 2017 Diamond Creek Fire.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | To check for current conditions online go to: www.fs.usda.gov/okawen/conditions |
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| Permit Info: | Wilderness permits are required in the Pasayten Wilderness (free, self-issue permits are available at the trailhead). |
| Open Season: | July |
| Best Season: | August-September |
| Busiest Season: | August |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply. Certified weed free hay is required on National forestlands (processed grains are okay). |
| Closest Towns: | Winthrop, WA |
| Restroom: | No |
| Passes: | A Recreation Pass is required at the Billy Goat trailhead. ($5/vehicle/day Northwest Forest Pass can be purchased from a self-pay station provided at the trailhead) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Methow Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Winthrop travel north on West Chewuch Road (county road 1213) for 8 miles. Turn left onto Eightmile Creek Road (Forest Service Road 5130) drive for 17 miles to the Billy Goat Trailhead. Follow Hidden Lakes Trail #477 for 3 miles, turn right unto Drake Creek Trail #502.1. This trail goes between Hidden Lakes Trail #477 and Larch Creek Trail #502.