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Thunder Creek #526

The first 2.2 miles of trail follows an old roadbed then enters the Salmo-Priest Wilderness Area. Travel through stands of old-growth cedar and hemlock. Trail connects to Shedroof Cutoff Trail #511 and Shedroof Divide Trail #512 to create a 14-mile loop trail system. No motorized or mechanized equipment is allowed within the Wilderness area.

Current Conditions
A culvert is plugged, but passable. Use care crossing.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#526

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

USGS Map: Salmo Mountain

No potable water.

Wilderness use restrictions apply. Certified weed-free hay or certified weed-free hay pellets are required on national forest lands (processed grains are okay). Motorized or mechanical equipment, including chainsaw, bike, motorcycle, hang glider or cart use prohibited in all wilderness areas. Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times.

Newport Ranger District

Address: 315 North Warren Newport, WA 99156
Phone: (509) 447-7300
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

From Metaline Falls, WA: Head northeast on Grandview St. toward International Selkirk Loop N/Lehigh Ave for 49 feet. Turn right onto WA-31 N/International Selkirk Loop N/Lehigh Ave. for 2.1 miles. Turn right onto Sullivan Lake Rd. for 4.8 miles. Turn left onto NF-22/Sullivan Creek Rd. for 5.3 miles. Slight left onto NF-2220/Sullivan Creek Rd. for 6.7 miles.

Google map directions from Metaline Falls, WA

From Ione, WA: Head west on Main St. toward S 2nd Ave/International Selkirk Loop N for 174 feet. Turn left at the first cross street onto WA-31 S/S 2nd Ave/International Selkirk Loop S. Continue to follow WA-31 S/International Selkirk Loop S for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Elizabeth Ave/Sullivan Lake Rd continue to follow Sullivan Lake Rd. for 0.4 miles. Turn left to stay on Sullivan Lake Rd. for 12.4 miles. Turn right onto NF-22/Sullivan Creek Rd. for 5.3 miles.  Slight left onto NF-2220/Sullivan Creek Rd/ for 6.7 miles. 

Google map directions from Ione, WA

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Last updated August 8, 2025