Deception Creek Trail 1059
Explore lush moss-covered forest and vivid fall colors in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness and access the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail 2000. The first five miles gradually ascends the valley following Deception Creek where you can find established campsites at the 2-, 3- and 5-mile marks.
Reach spur trail #1059.1 in 4.8 miles connecting to Tonga Ridge Trail 1058 and spur trail #1059.2 in another 2.5 miles, which connects to Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail 2000 for a route to Deception Lakes north of the junction. The remaining three miles continue south and climb through sub-alpine meadows to intersect with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail 2000 at Deception Pass.
Two trails that intersect at this point are Lake Clarice Trail 1066, leading to Lake Clarice and Marmot Lake in Skykomish Ranger District, and Deception Pass Trail 1376, leading to Little Hyas Lake and Hyas Lake in the Cle Elum Ranger District.
Specific Trail Information
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Trail Type
General Information
Map: Green Trails #176 (Stevens Pass)
Summer
An Alpine Lakes Wilderness self-issue permit is required for day and overnight use, obtained at the trailhead from May 15 to October 31.
Wilderness regulations apply within Alpine Lakes Wilderness.
- The trail is hiker only.
- Maximum group size is 12 people.
- Camp in established campsites.
- Campfires not permitted above 4,000 feet.
Address: 74920 NE Stevens Pass Hwy Skykomish, WA 98288
Phone: (360) 677-2414
Hours: Open Wed-Fri 9 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
From Skykomish, WA drive US Highway 2 about 8 miles east to mile marker 56.6. Turn south onto Deception Creek Road (Forest Service Road #6088). Continue for one mile to Deception Creek Trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
