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Clutch Creek Trail #343
Take the Boundary Trail #533 for 1 mile then a left onto the Clutch Creek Trail #343. This 4 mile trail travels west down a steep grade to the Middle Fork Creek crossing and near the junction with the Middle Fork Trail #387. The Clutch Creek Trail #343 continues west up a moderate grade crossing open meadow hillsides filled with wildflowers and marmots. The trail ends when it ties into the Windy Peak Trail #342 approximately .5 mile below Two Bear Camp. The trail is rated as more difficult. Water is available at Middle Fork Creek and at Two Bear Camp.
At a Glance
| Fees: | $5/vehicle/day or Northwest Forest Pass required at trailhead. |
|---|---|
| Open Season: | June |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness use restrictions apply. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From the town of Loomis, travel north on County road #9425 for 2 miles to junction of #9425 and County road #4066. Turn West on County road #4066 which becomes Forest Service Road #39. Drive on Forest Service Road #39 for 14 miles to Forest Service Road #3900-500. Drive Forest Service Road #3900-500 for 6 miles to Irongate Trailhead. The #3900-500 road is maintained for high clearance vehicles only and is not recommended for passenger cars.