Mountain Biking

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Mountain Biking Areas

• Chelan Ranger District

  WELCOME TO THE CHELAN RANGER DISTRICT

  Split by the 50.5 mile Lake Chelan, the Chelan Ranger District borders the Entiat Ranger District to the south along the Chelan Mountains divide and the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area and the Methow Ranger District to the north as part of the Lake Chelan- Sawtooth Wilderness Area.

  Chelan Ranger District offers unique recreational opportunities on Lake Chelan and miles of recreational trails for all ages and experience levels. There are recreation opportunities for mountain bikers, hikers, motorcyclists, backpackers, hunters, fishermen, bird watchers and more.

  Lake Chelan Boat-in and Drive-to Campground Guide and Map

• Devils Backbone Trail #1448
• Echo Ridge Summer Trails #1290-1291

  The Echo Ridge Trail System contains over 26 miles of trails intertwined with roads. Originally designed for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing in the wintertime, hiking and mountain biking are popular activities spring through fall on Echo Ridge trails. There are wide, easy trails suitable for all ages, and highly technical single track trails for the more adventurous. You will travel over open ridge tops through a young, emerging forest recovering from a 1968 wildfire. Expect to see great views of Lake Chelan, the Cascades, Okanogan Highlands, and Columbia Plateau. Trail difficulty varies from “easy” trails to “most difficult,” but most trails are suitable for children. These trails are maintained annually. 

  See the Echo Ridge Winter Trails page for ski and snowshoe information.

  E-Bikes (with full electric motor power or pedal assist) are not allowed on Echo Ridge trails or any forest trail designated non-motorized.

   

  MAP of Echo Ridge Summer Trails - Hiking / Mountain Biking [PDF: 200 kb]

  MAP of Best Mountain Bike Trails [PDF: 200 kb]

  Get these maps on your smartphone and locate yourself on the trails! Get the App. Get the Map.

  AVENZA PDF MAPS is a free mobile map application that enables you to download maps over a Wi-Fi or cellular network to read on your smartphone or tablet. Use your device’s built-in GPS to track your location on the map. The beauty is that you can access these maps and locate yourself even when you’re offline (no WiFi or Cell connection) because they’re saved to the device’s memory.

  Step 1: Get free Avenza PDF Maps App at www.avenza.com/pdf-maps or through App Store on your device.

  Step 2: On your smartphone or tablet, copy URL (website address):

  For Mountain Bike Map:
  http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/echoridge/mtb  

  Open PDF Maps App and click the + or store icon to add a map. Then click into the “From the Web” field and paste the URL and click Go. The map will then be downloaded onto your device.
  To see the map, click “Maps” icon at bottom of app. When you are actually in the area covered by map you will see a blue dot showing your location, even without a WiFi or cell connection.  

   

• Junior Point Campground
• Lone Peak Trail #1264

  The Lone Peak Trail begins at Lone Peak Trailhead and ends at North Fork 25-Mile Creek. This day hike travels through a pine forest and a old burn area before connecting to the North Fork 25-Mile Creek Trail #1265.

• North Fork 25 Mile Creek Trail #1265

  Trail is 10.5 miles in length. Good trail connection between Handy Springs and Snowberry Campgrounds. There are views of Lake Chelan at higher elevations. 

• Pot Peak Trailhead
• Prince Creek Motorized Trail #1255.1
• Safety Harbor Creek Trail #1261

  This trail begins by following the old Reclamation roadbed for 3 miles. The trail begins at the end of the roadbed, winding up along Safety Harbor Creek to the junction with the Summit Trail #1259. There are campsites at the junction with Uno Peak Trail #1260. No stock feed is available along the trail. Camp sixty feet above stream level in case of flooding. This trail is maintained annually.

• South Navarre Campground
• Summit Trail Motorized #1259.3
• Uno Peak Trail #1260
• Cle Elum Ranger District

  A 419,554 acre outdoor playground is closer than you think. With 200 days of sunshine, only 20 inches of rain and 80 inches of snow, recreation opportunities are endless. Whether you enjoy the serenity of an alpine lake sunset, wildflowers in spring, vibrant fall colors, or hitting the snowy trails of winter, the Cle Elum Ranger District is the place you can find it all, just an hour’s drive from the Puget Sound Metro area.

  The District stretches from its western boundary at the crest of the Cascades east to where the forest gives way to the prairies and sage steppe of Central Washington near Ellensburg. To the north are the Wenatchee Mountains, to the south, Manastash Ridge. From craggy peaks, to rolling hills, dense forests of Douglas fir and western hemlock in the west, open pine forests in the east, meadows and secluded valleys, the district has many diverse personalities.

  Recreation opportunities abound here. 400 miles of non-motorized trails, much of which lies within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, 400 miles of trails open to motorized use, 300 are single track and 100 double track, 100 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and 21 miles of set track ski trails offer options for all trail users. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is the western boundary of the district. South of I-90 it passes through dense forests and old clear cuts that offer expansive views and berry patches in the fall. North of I-90 you are treated to one of the most rugged and scenic segments of the trail between Snoqualmie Pass and Deception Pass.  Whether you are drawn to jeep trails, secluded valleys or lofty peaks, you won’t be disappointed. Three large reservoirs, each with developed boat ramps offer water sports in spring and early summer. Lake levels drop below the ramps in summer and fall as the water is sent to irrigate the vast orchards, crop and pastureland in the Kittitas and Yakima valleys. If it is camping that calls you to the forest, Cle Elum Ranger District has large developed campgrounds, small primitive campgrounds and secluded dispersed camping areas.

  An abundance of wildlife inhabit the district. Mule deer, elk, black bear, cougar, bobcat, coyote, wolves, and mountain goat are some of the bigger critters you might see. Snow shoe hare, raccoon, pine marten, squirrels, chipmunks, and wolverine also call the district home. A wide variety of birds will keep the most avid birder busy. Great horned, spotted and barred owl, red tail hawk, bald and golden eagle, ruffed and blue grouse, mountain chickadee, gray jay, Clark’s nutcracker, stellar jay, crow and raven are but a few.

  Whether you are looking for a short day hike, a drive in the woods, a picnic, a challenging day on the trails with your jeep or motorbike, mountain bike, horse or your feet, or a relaxing evening around the campfire, come visit us. 

  The two links below are for map sets of ORV trails on Cle Elum Ranger District. 

  • Cle Elum RD ORV Trails - West [PDF: 19 mb, 13 pages]
  • Cle Elum RD ORV Trails - East  [PDF: 11 mb, 10 pages]

  The maps above are large files so it is best to right-click on the link, "save" the file to your computer and then open it with Acrobat.

• Bean Creek Trail #1391.1
• Beverly Turnpike Trail #1391
• Blazed Ridge Trail #1333
• Blowout Mountain Trail #1318
• Boulder De Roux Trail #1392
• Cooper River Trail #1311
• County Line Trail #1226
• Domerie Peak Trail #1308
• East Kachess Group Site
• Elk Trap Springs Trail #1319
• Esmeralda Basin Trail #1394
• First Creek Trail #1374
• Fishhook Flat Trail #1378
• Frost Mountain Trail #1366
• Gooseberry Flat Trail #1227
• Grass Camp Trail #1219
• Greek Creek Basin Trail #1321.2
• Hereford Meadows Trail #1207
• Howard Creek Trail #1372
• Hoyt Trail #1347
• Iron Bear Trail #1351
• Iron Peak Trail #1399
• Johnson Medra Trail #1383
• Jolly Creek Trail #1355
• Jolly Mountain Trail #1307
• Jungle Creek Trail #1383.1
• Kachess Ridge No Name Ridge Trail #1315
• Keenan Meadow Trail #1386
• Knox Creek Trail #1315.1
• Lightning Point Trail #1377.2
• Little Creek Basin Trail #1334
• Manastash Lake Trail #1350
• Manastash Ridge Trail #1388
• Middle Fork Teanaway Trail #1393
• Miller Peak Trail #1379
• Mount Clifty Trail #1321.1
• Mount Lillian Trail #1601
• Naneum Creek Trail #1381
• Naneum Meadows Trail #1389
• Naneum Rim Trail #1234
• Naneum Wilson Trail #1371
• North Fork Taneum Trail #1377
• North Ridge Trail #1321
• Old Ellensburg Trail #1373
• Owhi Campground Trail
• Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail #1382
• Pete Lake Trail #1323
  It’s 4 miles to Pete Lake, and the trail has a gentle grade for most of its length, with occasional steep stretches. For the first 2.5 miles, it heads up the valley floor through old-growth forest, sometimes crossing small creeks. Mountain bikes are prohibited beyond the wilderness boundary at the 2.5 mile point. The trail intersects Tired Creek Trail 1317 at 1.25 miles and then Pete Lake Tie Trail 1323.1. The latter trail zigzags uphill for 0.5 mile to Forest Road 4616 and forms part of a loop route for mountain bikes, (which are prohibited beyond the nearby Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary on 1323). The main trail continues up valley past the wilderness boundary and in 2 miles comes to Pete Lake and the junction with Waptus Pass Trail 1329. The trail goes around the north shore of the lake and heads uphill through bluffs and forest for 1.3 miles to a junction with Lemah Meadow Trail 1323.2, which takes off to the right (north) and uphill for about 1 mile to Lemah Meadows and a junction with the Pacific Crest Trail 2000.6. The main trail heads south, crossing Lemah Creek ford, and winds uphill through forest and small hills for 0.75 mile to its junction with Pacific Crest Trail 2000. 
• Salmon La Sac Trailhead
• Scatter Creek Trail #1328

  The Scatter Creek Trail begins at Forest Road 4330 and ends at Fish Eagle Pass. This trail accesses the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area.

  Trail heads east from the trailhead, climbs steadily with numerous switchbacks, following the south side of Scatter Creek. Past the junction with County Line Trail 1226.2, it goes through several large meadows and into the upper basin of Scatter Creek and to its end at Fish Eagle Pass on the county divide. The trail can be difficult to find in the upper reaches of the basin. For the last half mile up to the pass, there are some extremely steep and rocky sections which may be impassable to stock.

• Shoestring Lake Trail #1385

  The Shoestring Lake Trail begins at Forest Road 3100 and ends at Shoestring Jeep Trail #4W308.

  At 0.25 mile from the trailhead, 1385 reaches a junction with South Manastash Trail 1386.1, which is 2.2 miles long and heads east to link up with Keenan Meadows Trail 1386 near Manastash Campground. Trail 1385 continues through a clearcut (1960) and goes along South Fork Manastash and continues to climb
  to trail’s end at Shoestring 4x4 Trail 4W308.

• South Fork Taneum Trail #1367

  The South Fork Taneum Trail begins at Forest Road 3300 and ends at North Fork Taneum Trail #1377.

• Stafford Creek Trail #1359

  Trail begins at Stafford Creek trailhead and ends at the junction with Cascade Creek Trail # 1217 at Navaho Pass. This trail accesses Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area.

  From the road, the trail goes uphill through forest along the right bank of Stafford Creek and is moderately steep. At the 3 mile point, it turns west with the valley and climbs up through meadows and scattered trees below Navaho Peak. Just past a large meadow, there is a junction with Standup Trail 1369. From there, the trail takes a right and switchbacks uphill through rocky areas with sparse trees. It then crosses a large bare rocky area and switchbacks a couple of more times through trees and meadows before reaching the ridgetop. From there, one has good views of the surrounding country, including the Stuart Range to the north. The trail continues down to Ingalls Creek as trail 1217 on the Wenatchee River Ranger District. Please obey all wilderness regulations. Water may be scarce later in the season on the upper portion of the trail.

• Standup Trail #1369
• Table Mountain Trail #1209
• Taneum Ridge Trail #1363
• Teanaway Guard Station
• Teanaway Ridge Trail #1364
• Thorp Creek Trail #1316
• Upper Big Creek Trail #1388.2
• Way Creek Trail #1235
• West Fork Teanaway Trail #1353
• Wilson Creek Trail #1387
• Yellow Hill Trail #1222
• Entiat Ranger District

  The Entiat Ranger District is a tapered slice of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, located in the more arid eastern edge of the Cascade Mountains. It extends from the Chelan Mountains in the northeast to the Entiat Mountains in the west.  The Entiat River Valley splits the Entiat Mountains from the Chelan Mountains, with the Columbia River flowing to the south and the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area standing majestically to the north. The landscape is dominated by wildfire ecology. Many areas of the Entiat Ranger District are excellent to observe examples of forest restoration, after large wildfires have occurred. Elevations range between 800 to more than 9,000 feet. The total acreage is 272,101 acres, which includes the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area at 25,557 acres.

  High-quality recreation of all types exists in the Entiat Ranger District. The broad range of campgrounds and hiking trails provide access into relatively undeveloped zones of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest that are excellent for hiking and fishing in solitude. Deep in the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area, at the end of the Entiat River Trail you can observe the last remaining remnants of the once massive Entiat Glacier. The glacier still clings to the impressive Entiat headwall, home to three 9,000’ peaks: Mt. Maude, Seven Finger Jack and Mt. Fernow. The Entiat Ranger District is also home to one of the nation’s most extensive multiple-use trail systems. This beloved trail system parallels lush alpine meadows, passes with pristine mountain lakes and climbs to lofty summits with breathtaking views of the wild North Cascade Range. Much of this trail system can be traveled by off-road motorcycles, mountain bikes, horses or hiking. 

  The Entiat Ranger District is also part of a larger success story occurring on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Proper land management practices have made the ranger district an amazing place for viewing a wide variety of wildlife. This includes elusive species like wolverine, moose, deer, bear, eagles, salmon and steelhead that frequent the Entiat Ranger District.

  Entiat River Road Mileage chart -- shows distance to campgrounds and road junctions from Highway 97A.

• Angle Peak Trail #1444
• Anthem Creek Trail #1435
• Blue Creek Trail #1426
• Cottonwood Cabin
• Cougar Mountain Viewpoint Trail
• Cougar Ridge Trail #1418
• Cow Creek Trail #1404
• Ducan Hill Viewpoint Trail
• Duncan Hill Trail #1434
• Entiat River Trail #1400

  The Entiat River Trail begins at the end of Forest Service Road 5100 near Cottonwood Campground and ends at Glacier Camp within Glacier Peak Wilderness.  At 4 miles from the trailhead you enter the Wilderness. Bikes and motorized vehicles are prohibited within Wilderness.

  This is an excellent river grade trail that goes to the head of the Entiat Valley. This trail provides access to many side trails that lead to popular fishing and hunting areas. There is ample horse feed in the Entiat Meadow area at 10.5 miles in. 

• Four Mile Ridge Trail #1445
• Hi Yu Trail #1403
• Hunters Trail #1417
• Klone Peak Trail #1427
• Lake Creek Trail #1443

  This trail provides a loop opportunity with Angle Peak, Devils Backbone and Four Mile Ridge Trails. Trail starts from Lake Creek Trailhead on Entiat Valley Road #5100 and ends at Devils Backbone Trail #1448. Rated MORE DIFFICULT for motorbikes.

• Lake Creek Trailhead - Entiat
• Lost Lake Trail #1421
• Mad River Trail #1409

  May 2019 Update: CLOSED to motorcycles and horses due to Cougar Fire impacts.  See Closure Order

  The Mad River Trail begins at Pine Flat Campground and follows the Mad River for 15 miles to Maverick Saddle, where it connects to the Upper Mad River Trail 1409.1

  The trail follows the Mad River through a wild and very scenic area. High water in the spring is often over the trail in several locations. The Upper Mad River Trail #1409.1 has a seasonal closure to bikes and stock. 

  Chiwawa, Mad River, Entiat, Chelan Trail Map

• Mad River Trailhead - Lower
• Mad River Trail #1409.1 (Upper)

  This trail has a seasonal closure to horses, motorbikes and mountain bikes mid-October through mid-July. Trail closes to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020

  The upper Mad River Trail begins at Maverick Saddle and ends at the junction of Trail #1429 and Trail #1408.  The upper Mad River has a seasonal closure in place.  This trail is closed to stock, mountain bikes and motorcycles until posted.  The trail will be posted open when the snow melts and the trail dries.  This date varies from year to year.  Contact the Entiat Ranger Station for the latest conditions at 509 784-4700

  This trail offers access to the Mad Lake and Blue Creek areas, including four lakes and many high elevation meadows. The seasonal closure usually ends around mid-July, depending upon trail conditions. The area one-quarter mile on each side of the trail is closed to off trail travel by motorbikes and mountain bikes. 

  These Upper Mad River Trails will be CLOSED to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020.

  • Upper Mad River #1409.1 
  • Alder Ridge #1523  
  • Upper Chickamin #1561
  • Blue Creek #1426

  The annual seasonal closure is to protect natural resources, minimize damage to trails, and maintain quality trail systems. The seasonal closure protects trails from damage caused by wheeled and stock travel on muddy trails. When closed, the trails are open to hikers only. Trails are usually opened to wheeled and stock travel in mid July.

  Chiwawa, Mad River, Entiat, Chelan Trail Map

• Mad River Trailhead - Upper
• Middle Tommy Trail #1424

  The Middle Tommy Trail begins at Forest Service Road 5100, Lake Creek Trailhead and ends at Blue Creek Trail #1426. This trail has a dangerous ford at Tommy Creek early in the season during peak runoff.

  This trail offers access to the Blue Creek area from the Entiat Valley. This trail ties into the Blue Creek Trail #1426 which has a seasonal closure to motorbikes, mountain bikes and horses until mid-July. 
   

• Middle Tommy Trailhead
• North Fork Entiat River Trail #1437

  The North Fork Entiat River Trail begins at the end of Forest Service Road 5606 and ends at Pyramid Mtn Trail #1433. Lower areas of the trail burned in the Pyramid Fire 2012. Use caution when traveling through areas of burned trees and snags. Good river grade trail for 7 miles. There are several small snow slide meadows with horse feed above mile post 4.

• North Fork Entiat Trailhead
• North Tommy Trail #1425

  The North Tommy Trail begins at the end of Forest Service Road 5605 and ends at Blue Creek Trail #1426. Offers access to Blue Creek and Mad River area trails.

  The trail ties into Blue Creek Trail #1426 which has a seasonal closure to motorbikes, mountain bikes and horses until mid-July or later. 
   

• North Tommy Trailhead
• Pugh Ridge Trail #1438
• Pyramid Creek Trail #1439
• Pyramid Mountain Trail #1433

  This is a scenic high elevation trail. Horse feed and water are available along most of the entire route. There is a steep segment from Pyramid Viewpoint Trail #1441 to Pyramid Creek Trail #1439. The trail runs from Big Hill Road #5900 to Emerald Park Trail #1230.1 within Glacier Peak Wilderness. Rated MORE DIFFICULT for pack and saddle stock.

• Pyramid Viewpoint Trail #1441
• Shetipo Trail #1429
• South Tommy Trail #1423
• Steliko Ridge Trail #1454
• Tyee Ridge Trail #1415
• Methow Valley Ranger District

  With its big valleys, open wildspaces, high ridges and beautiful rivers, the Methow Valley Ranger District's 1.3 million acres extends from near the town of Twisp Washington to the crest of the Cascade Mountains in the Pasayten Wilderness.  Alpine lakes are a hideaway for anglers while diverse wilderness awaits explorers of all types.  There are bassalt formations for rock climbers and winter sports opportunities abound. 

  The highest peak is Jack Mountain at 9,066 feet, with many other peaks above 7000 feet.  The Methow Ranger District offers hundreds of miles of trails with a hiking season that averages from June through October.  Some trails are open to motorcycles and mountain bikes, however, no mechanized vehicles are permitted within Pasayten or Lake Chelan Sawtooth Wilderness Areas.

  During summer months, The North Cascades Scenic Highway 20 provides a direct link to the west side of Washington State, enticing both motorized and non motorized travelers to make the scenic trip.  An Overlook at Washington Pass gives a spectacular view of massive Liberty Bell Mountain (7790 elevation) and Early Winters Spires. The highway is closed during the winter months.

  Methow Valley Ranger District Recreation / Roads Report

  Prescribed Fires Information

• Bear Mountain Trail #442
• Beaver Lake Trail #356

  An easy 1-mile hike through the forest to Beaver Lake. Find the trail across Forest Service Road 4235-100 from the parking area. Watch for a sign.

• Blue Buck Trail #421
• Cady Pass Trail #475
• Cedar Creek Trail #476

  The trail begins near the southeast end of the gravel pit (near the entrance). Because of its low elevation this trail is one of the first trails to open up in the spring. Hike a gentle forested sidehill climb through big fir and spruce and occasional stands of cedar trees. Reach the falls in 1.7 miles. The falls are below the trail so use caution as the area around the falls is quite precipitous and there are no fences or barriers. Cedar Creek pours from pool to pool, then drops 50 to 60 feet in a series of falls. The trail continues 7.5 miles beyond the falls to Abernathy Pass, were it enters the Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness and ends at North Creek Trail #413.  Bicycles are not allowed inside wilderness area.

• Cedar Creek Trailhead
• Cooney Lake Trail #434
• Copper Glance Trail #519

  This steep hike to an emerald green lake was significantly impacted by the 2018 McLeod Mt fire and will continue to be as the dead snags fall each season. 

  The first part of the trail follows the old jeep trail that  provides access to the Copper Glance mining claimants. At 1.6 miles the jeep trail ends and Copper Glance Trail begins. The trail is steep and rocky in places and several streams must be forded. Not recommended for stock as an old bridge collapsed and there is not a good crossing for stock. Hikers need to use caution when crossing during high water.

  From the mine, the trail crosses two meadows, beautifully flowered in early summer, before re-entering an intensely burned forest at 2.3 miles from the trailhead.  After a short steep climb and trek through a boulder field, the unburnt lake basin is reached at 3.1 miles from the trailhead.  Limited parking space at trailhead.

• Crater Creek Trail #416

  Crater Creek Trail is popular for hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bike trail users. The trail stays close to the creek as it climbs up through a series of Ice Age basins to Crater Lake, surrounded by subalpine forest and wet meadows. Last 0.75 mile is mostly level with good views. Horse camp is 0.25 mile from lake. Trail is open to hikers, horses and mountain bikes (closed to motorcycles). Bicyclers, and hikers yeild to horses when meeting on the trail.

  Sawtooth Backcountry multiple use trail brochure with map showing which trails are open to hikers, horses, mountain bikes and motorcycles. 

• Crater Creek Trailhead
• Cutthroat Creek Trail #483

  The trail crosses a bridge over Cutthroat Creek and begins a gentle uphill climb to a trail junction at 1.7 miles. The left trail leads to Cutthroat Lake in 0.25 mile. From the junction the trail gains 1900 feet in the next 3.8 miles to the pass where it meets the Pacific Crest Trail.  Mountain goats are often seen near the pass. See beautiful alpine lake views and for those who wish great mountain views will enjoy looking out at the towering rugged peaks from the pass.  There are beautiful wildflowers in July and August followed by the spectacular fall gold colors of alpine larches and red colors of huckleberry bushes. Water maybe scarce beyond the lake trail junction later in the summer. Be sure to fill water bottles before going onto the pass.

• Cutthroat Trailhead
• Eagle Lakes Trail #431
• Early Winters Trail #522
• Foggy Dew Campground
• Foggy Dew Ridge Trail #438
• Foggy Dew Trail (Section 1) #417

  Sawtooth Backcountry multiple use trail brochure with map showing which trails are open to hikers, horses, mountain bikes and motorcycles.  Quads are too wide for these trails.

  The trail parallels the creek, staying on the north side, starting off traveling through ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forest. The forest changes to lodgepole pine about 2.5 miles and again to subalpine-lodgepole pine mix at bout 3.5 miles to the end of the route. The trail is fairly flat most of the distance, but is rocky 3.5 miles to its end. At 5 miles the trail joins with the Martin Creek Trail #429 (right fork) and Foggy Dew Trail Section II  #417A (left fork) traveling into Merchants Basin.

• Foggy Dew Trailhead
• Foggy Dew Trail (Section 2) #417A
• Goat Peak Lookout Trail #509

  The trail alternates between timber and open meadow as it ascends the north ridge of the peak. The last half-mile to the lookout is along an open ridge with good views of the rugged North Cascades peaks. There is no water on this trail. This is a steep but short trail to obtain the best views of the Methow Valley. At one time there were fire lookout towers on many of the peaks in this area. In recent years, aerial reconnaissance has slowly replaced these lonely outposts. 

• Lightning Creek Trail #425
• Lookout Mountain Trail #412

  The trail begins gradually traveling through pine grass, lupine, and shaded by ponderosa pine and douglas fir. Then it becomes steep, climbing about 100 feet, the traversing the hillside and opening up with view to the east looking out over the Methow Valley, and in the distance the Okanogan Valley. To the west you have a great view of Hoodoo Peak and the Twisp River drainage. Once you reach the ridge top you have great views.

• Lookout Mountain Trailhead
• Lookout Ridge Trail #423
• Loup Loup Campground
• Lower Eagle Lake Trail 431B
• Martin Creek Trail #429
• Middle Fork Beaver Creek Trail #406
• Mystery Campground
• North Fork Twentymile Trail #560
• Pasayten Drive Trail #405
• Poplar Flat Campground
• River Bend Campground
• South Twentymile Trail
• Twisp River Sno-Park
• Twisp River Trail #440

  The best early season trail for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. Crossings at Scatter and Slate creeks may become difficult in the spring due to high water. Generally up and down route is along hillside above the Twisp River. Highlights: Occasional views. A good day trip for a family outing.

• Twisp River Trail Trailhead
• Upper Eagle Lake Trail 431A
• War Creek Campground
• West Fork Methow Trail #480

  Trail leaves the road about 1 mile west of the River Bend Campground. The trail follows the Methow River through an old 2003 burn area providing an interesting opportunity to see natural regeneration after a fire with more wild flowers, brush and wildlife. Many snags along the trail could come down in windy weather. The trail passes through areas with avalanche slide chutes, brush and meadows for 8 miles to meet the Pacific Crest Trail.  This trail serves as an alternate route to access the Pacific Crest Trail.

• Rattlesnake Trailhead
• Naches Ranger District

  The Naches Ranger District encompasses approximately 518,000 acres and extends from the near the town of Naches to the crest of the Cascades in the William O. Douglas, Norse Peak, Goat Rocks Wilderness and White Pass areas. It is bordered by the Cle Elum Ranger District to the north along the Manastash Ridge divide and by the Yakama Indian Nation to the south and Mt. Rainier National Park to the west.To the west of the district is the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Mt. Rainier National Park, and Gifford Pinchot National Forest. 

  See the Washington State Snowmobile SnoParks site or Non-Motorized SnoParks site for Naches area which has maps and information about groomed trails, passes you will need (Discover or SnoPark pass) and other updates.

   

• American River Guard Station
• Bear Creek Trail #943 Motorcycle
• Bethel / Lynn Lake Tie Trail #671
• Bethel Trail #672
• Bumping Lake Campground
• Clear Lake North Campground
• Clear Lake North Group Campground
• Copper City Trail
• Cub Creek Trail #943A Motorcycle
• Gold Creek Trail #966
• Indian Flat Group Campground
• Indian Flat Trail #955
• Little Bald Mountain Trail #961
• Little Bear Trail #943B
• Long Lake Trail #1145
• Lost Creek Trail #964
• Louie Trail #1126
• Middle Fork Trail #945 Motorcycle
• Mount Clifty Trail #947
• Old Kaner Trail #950
• Peninsula Campground

  Dispersed camping area for RVs or tents. Located on the eastern shore of Rimrock Lake. Vault toilets and a boat launch.

• Pyramid Peak Trail #941
• Quartz Creek Trail #949 Motorcycle
• Quartz Mountain Trail #948
• Russell Ridge Trail #1111
• Salmon Cove Group Campground
• Sand Creek Trail #963

  The trail begins at Sand Creek and ends at Crow Creek Campground.

• Lower Sand Creek Trail #963A
• South Fork Group Campground
• West Quartz Creek Loop Trail #952
• Yellow Jacket Trail #963B
• Wenatchee River Ranger District

  

  The Wenatchee River Ranger District encompasses approximately 696,000 acres and extends from the near the city of Wenatchee and the Columbia River to the crest of the Cascades in the Glacier Peak and Alpine Lakes Wilderness areas. It is bordered by the Entiat Ranger District to the north along the Entiat Mountains divide and by the Cle Elum Ranger District to the south along the Wenatchee Mountains - Mt. Stuart divide. To the west of the district is the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

  Winter Recreation
  See the Washington State Snowmobile SnoParks site or Non-Motorized SnoParks site for Leavenworth / Lake Wenatchee area which has maps and information about groomed trails, passes you will need (Discover or SnoPark pass) and other updates.

   

  Midnight and Noontime Rocks and vicinity are annually closed to entry April 1 through July 31, to protect nesting raptors. 

  Attention Climbers: Raptor nesting behavior has been observed on both Midnight and Noontime Rocks. To protect these birds during the nesting period, these rocks and the area immediately above and between them is closed to all entry. Once nesting is confirmed, restrictions will be lifted on the rock not being used. If you know where the raptors are nesting, please contact the Leavenworth FS office. More Information

• Alder Ridge ORV Trail #1523

  This trail has a seasonal closure to horses, motorbikes and mountain bikes mid-October through mid-July. CLOSED to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020.

  This trail provides access to Entiat Ridge and the Mad Lake area. It is maintained primarily for motorcycles and mountain bikes.The trail follows Forest Road #6208-160 through Department of Natural Resources land for 1 mile.

  These Upper Mad River Trails will be CLOSED to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020.

  • Upper Mad River #1409.1 
  • Alder Ridge #1523  
  • Upper Chickamin #1561
  • Blue Creek #1426

  The annual seasonal closure is to protect natural resources, minimize damage to trails, and maintain quality trail systems. The seasonal closure protects trails from damage caused by wheeled and stock travel on muddy trails. When closed, the trails are open to hikers only. Trails are usually opened to wheeled and stock travel in mid July.

   

• Alder Ridge ORV Trailhead
• Basalt Pass Trail #1530

  This steep trail accesses high ridge country. It is 1.7 miles long, and is used primarily by hikers and stock riders.  The trail begins at the Basalt Pass Trailhead on Chikamin Ridge Road 6210.  From the trailhead at 3700 feet in elevation, the trail climbs to 5200 feet, where it ends at the Basalt Ridge Trail #1515.  Water is scarce.

• Basalt Pass Trailhead
• Basalt Ridge Trail #1515

  The Basalt Ridge Trail is 8.5 miles long, and is used primarily by hikers, mountain bikers, and stock users.  The trail begins at the Basalt Ridge Trailhead, located on Chiwawa River Road 6200, and ends at the Garland Peak Trail #1408.  The Basalt Ridge Trail climbs with moderate grades for the first 3 miles from the trailhead, then follows a scenic ridgeline. Water is scarce.

• Basalt Ridge Trailhead
• Beehive ORV Trail #1202

  The Beehive ORV Trail is 3.0 miles long, and is primarily used by motorcycles and mountain bikes. This trail begins at the Beehive ORV Trailhead located on the Beehive Road 9712 and ends at the Upper Devils Gulch ORV Trail #1220. Beehive ORV Trail is rated an easy ride.with a moderate grade through open pine forests. The trail provides access to the Devils Gulch/Mission Ridge ORV trail system.

• Beehive ORV Trailhead
• Chikamin Creek ORV Trail #1534

  Chickamin Creek ORV trail is 6.5 miles long, with an elevation gain of 1100 feet. This trail is used primarily by motorcycles and mountain bikes, and is rated a moderate ride. Combining this trail with Minnow Ridge ORV Trail #1524 makes a good loop trip. Water is easy to find, as the trail crosses several small streams, and the trail can be challenging in parts due to brush and switchbacks, until it ends at the junction of Minnow Ridge ORV Trail #1524 and Chikamin Tie ORV Trail #1561.

  Chiwawa, Mad River, Entiat, Chelan Trail Map

• Chikamin ORV Trailhead
• Chikamin Tie ORV Trail #1561

  This trail has a seasonal closure to horses, motorbikes and mountain bikes mid-October through mid-July. CLOSED to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020.

  The Chikamin Tie ORV Trail is 6.2 miles long, gains 2600 feet of elevation, and is primarily used by motorcycles and mountain bikes. It is rated a more difficult ride. The trail begins at the Chikamin Tie ORV Trailhead and proceeds to climb up briefly until it intersects with the Minnow Ridge ORV Trail #1524 and the Chikamin Creek ORV Trail #1534. The trail keeps climbing through brushy and rocky terrain, and crosses Chikamin Ridge Road/ Forest Road 6210 at about 2 miles. The trail continues to switchback up and down varying terrain for another 4.1 miles, until it ends at Upper Mad River Trail #1409.1.

  There is a seasonal closure, which applies to bikes, motorcycles and horses, beyond Chikamin Ridge Road due to snow and wet trail conditions. The closure usually lasts until early to mid-July.

  These Upper Mad River Trails will be CLOSED to wheeled travel and pack and saddle stock beginning Friday, October 9, 2020.

  • Upper Mad River #1409.1 
  • Alder Ridge #1523  
  • Upper Chickamin #1561
  • Blue Creek #1426

  The annual seasonal closure is to protect natural resources, minimize damage to trails, and maintain quality trail systems. The seasonal closure protects trails from damage caused by wheeled and stock travel on muddy trails. When closed, the trails are open to hikers only. Trails are usually opened to wheeled and stock travel in mid July.

  
  

  Chiwawa, Mad River, Entiat, Chelan Trail Map

• Chikamin Tie ORV Trailhead
• Devils Gulch ORV Trail #1220

  Devils Gulch Trail #1220 is a 9 mile valley trail that eventually climbs to a saddle on Mission Ridge where it ends at the Mission Ridge Trail #1201.This trail has moderate grades and travels along a sidehill above Mission Creek for much of the distance.

  Devils Gulch and Mission Ridge Trail Map

• Devils Gulch ORV Trailhead
• Devils Spur ORV Trail #1203
• Dirty Face Trail #1500

  This steep, dry trail offers great views of Lake Wenatchee.  It switchbacks steadily from the Lake Wenatchee Valley floor gaining nearly 4000 vertical feet to end on a subpeak of Dirtyface Ridge.  Views of Lake Wenatchee and the surrounding area are spectacular from an old fire lookout site at the terminus of the trail.

• Dirty Face Trailhead
• Estes Butte Trail #1527

  This trail has moderate grades and many switchbacks gaining 3400 feet to the old Estes Butte fire lookout site.  At the lookout site it becomes the Old Gib Trail #1528 leading to an eventual junction with the Carne Mountain Trail #1508.  However, the Old Gib Trail is seldom maintained and hard to find in places.  There is no water on the route once the snow has melted.

• Estes Butte Trailhead
• Fourth of July Creek Trail #1579

  This trail gains an impressive 4800 vertical feet in 5 miles to a junction with the Icicle Ridge Trail #1570 on a spectacular ridge.  1/4 mile west of the trail junction is the former site of the Icicle Ridge Lookout.  It is steep, brushy, and has many dry switchbacks. Some horse feed is available on Icicle Ridge. Water sources are limited. Watch for rattlesnakes. Many feel the challenge is worth the amazing view of the Stuart Range.

• Fourth of July Trailhead
• Freund Canyon Trail #704
• Icicle Ridge Trail #1570

  This trail provides access to Alpine Lakes Wilderness.

  The entire Icicle Ridge Trail is 29.6 miles long, gains 6100 total feet of elevation, and provides access to Alpine Lakes Wilderness. The first 3 miles of this trail provide a good day hike, climbing quickly from Icicle Ridge Trailhead to the ridgeline and offering views into the lower Icicle Creek valley. The trail continues to climb along the ridge until it reaches a junction with Fourth of July Creek Trail #1579, at about 9.0 miles. The trail keeps heading northwest, following the ridgeline and the wilderness boundary, then descends the north side of the ridge to drop down to Cabin Creek. From here, the trail climbs again to the ridge on the other side of Cabin Creek, and follows it northeast to the junction with Hatchery Creek Trail #1577. Icicle Ridge Trail continues west, ascending and descending until it reaches Lake Augusta, where there are several clear campsites. From here, the trail switchbacks down 2.2 miles to Carter Lake, which is also the junction with Painter Creek Trail # 1575. The trail continues west past Carter Lake, descending rocky switchbacks and old growth forest, until the junction with Index Creek Trail #1572. Then the trail climbs quickly and steeply to meet up with Chatter Creek Trail # 1580, and reaches Lake Edna shortly after. There are several well-established (although very exposed to the wind) campsites here. Icicle Ridge Trail is well-marked here, and climbs the rocky hillside to Ladies Pass, then drops down steadily to Frosty Pass, passing Florence Lakes and Lake Mary along the way, all of which have some excellent campsites. There are several established horse camps northeast of Frosty Pass along Icicle Ridge Trail, but after about 1.0 mile from Frosty Pass, the trail is designated as unmaintained, and as such becomes brushier and harder to follow. The trail drops down across meadowy slopes and through old growth forest, until it ends at Doelle Lakes, at a junction with Chain Lakes Trail # 1569. Water sources are limited for the first 14 miles of trail, between the Icicle Ridge Trailhead and Cabin Creek.

  The trail is not maintained beyond Frosty Pass.

• Icicle Ridge Trailhead
• Lanham Lake Trail #1589

  This trail is an easy day hike.  The mid-section of trail is an old road, and the trail crosses under large powerlines.  It finally enters a nice stand of old growth forest to reach the lake and views of a dramatic flank of Jim Hill Mountain

• Lanham Lake Trailhead
• Lower Chiwawa ORV Trail #1548
• Merritt Lake Trail #1588

  The Merritt Lake Trail is 2.0 miles long, gains 1700 feet of elevation, and is primarily used by hikers and stock users. The trail begins at the Merritt Lake Trailhead, which is located off US-2, near milepost 76, and heads immediately up densely-forested switchbacks. The trail is well-traveled the entire way up; however, fallen trees across the trail may make travel difficult for stock users. The trail ends at the junction with Nason Ridge Trail #1583, which continues to Merritt Lake.

• Merritt Lake Trailhead
• Minnow Creek Trail #1539

  This trail begins at the Minnow Creek Trailhead, 3.5 miles from the Chiwawa River Road #6200, on Forest Road #6210. It is a short uphill trail that ties into the Basalt Ridge Trail #1515.

• Minnow Creek Trailhead
• Minnow Ridge ORV Trail #1524
• Mission Ridge ORV Trail #1201

  This trail is steep with ridgetop views. There is no water along the trail. Some horse feed is available.

  Devils Gulch and Mission Ridge Trail Map

• Mission Ridge Trailhead
• Nason Creek Campground
• Nason Ridge Trailhead
• Red Devil ORV Trail #1221
• Red Hill ORV Trail #1223
• Red Hill Spur ORV Trail #1223.1
• Rock Creek Tie Trail #1538
• Rock Creek Trail #1509

  Rock Creek Trail is 11.7 miles long, gains 4000 feet of elevation, and is primarily used by hikers and stock users. The trail begins at the Rock Creek Trailhead, and climbs steadily along the densely-forested valley, sometimes cutting across the sides of the canyon, and sometimes following alongside Rock Creek. At 2.5 miles from the trailhead, Rock Creek Tie Trail #1538 branches off to the east, while Rock Creek Trail continues northeast.  After about 3.5 miles, the trail crosses Rock Creek at a major ford, and there are several clear campsites on both sides of the river here. The trail becomes more difficult to follow past this point, climbing north across increasingly brushy meadow and then cutting into the forest, where the trail is easier to follow. Rock Creek Trail leaves the forest again, weaving up the meadow and crossing blowdowns and that may make the trail even trickier to follow. The faint trail continues to crisscross Rock Creek over the meadow, until it reaches the base of a steep, rocky slope. The eroded trail switchbacks up, then follow the contour of the rocky bowl south across the scree and talus, climbing toward the saddle below Carne Mountain. The trail becomes more obvious again near the top of the saddle, and the trail ends at a junction with Carne Mountain Trail #1508 heading south, and Leroy High Route Trail # 1512 heading north. The trail is not recommended for stock travel after about 9 miles from the trailhead, as it becomes very brushy and eroded for the last almost 3 miles. A good horse camp is located 7 miles from the trailhead.

  This trail enters Glacier Peak Wilderness at 4.5 miles. 

• Rock Creek Trailhead
• Rock Mountain Trail #1587

  This very steep, dry, and scenic trail switchbacks and climbs along an open rib to a junction with the Nason Ridge Trail #1583.  Use the Nason Ridge Trail #1583 to access the old Rock Mountain lookout site and Rock Lake. The trail is not recommended for stock.

• Rock Mountain Trailhead
• Round Mountain Trail #1529

  A temporary road closure will be in place on Butcher Creek Road #6910 from October 7 through October 11, 2019 while repairs are made to a road culvert that sustained damaged from a flood event in 2018. During the closure there will be no access to the Round Mountain and Nason Ridge trails to Alpine Lookout.  More Information

  This trail climbs on moderate to steep grades to access the Nason Ridge Trail #1583 and Alpine Lookout. Water is scarce.

• Round Mountain Trailhead
• Ski Hill Trail
• Snowy Creek Trail #1531

  This trail accesses the Nason Ridge Trail #1583 and is often used to reach the former Rock Mountain Lookout site.  It climbs on moderate grades to a small meadow near the base of Rock Mountain.

• Snowy Creek Trailhead
• Squilchuck Trail #1200

  This popular trail provides access to Clara and Marion Lakes which are located in the Colockum Wildlife Area managed by the WA State Department of Fish & Wildlife.

• Squilchuck Trailhead
• Tronsen Meadow ORV Trail #1205
• Tronsen Ridge ORV Trail #1204

  This steep ridgetop trail has loose, rocky soil. It runs for 9 miles along the length of scenic and open Tronsen Ridge.  At 4.5 miles is a junction with the Red Hill Trail #1223.  There is limited water and horse feed available.  It is popular with mortorbike riders.

  Devils Gulch and Mission Ridge Trail Map

• Ruby Creek ORV Trailhead
• Tronsen Ridge ORV Trailhead
• Upper Tronsen Ridge ORV Trailhead