Springboard #149


Area Status: Open

2 Hour Parking

This 2.6 mile loop trail is good for all skill levels. Learn about logging, natural features, and the homesteaders who once settled in the area. Scenic views of Thomas Mountain and the Little Pend Oreille Lakes.

Springboard Trail Interpretive Guide

Start of the trail The Kaufman Homestead Crossing a creek Viewing Platform

At a Glance

Area Amenities: Interpretive Site, Parking
Open Season: Year Around
Usage: Light
Closest Towns: Ione, WA - 16 miles Colville, WA - 25.4 miles
Information Center: Trail Map proveided by NEWashingtontrails.com

General Information

General Notes:
  • USGS Map: Lake Gillette 30

Directions:

The beginning of the trail is at the northern end of the  Gillette Campground. With two free parking areas. Two hour limit.

Google map directions from Colville, WA

Google map directions from Ione, WA


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Mountain Biking

  • Beautiful views.
  • Share the trail with hikers.
Difficulty Level: Easy

Day Hiking

  • Beautiful views.
  • Share the trail with Mountain Bikers.
Difficulty Level: Easy

Amenities

Interpretive Site: Springboard Trail Interpretive Guide
Parking: Small parking area suitable 2 vehicles.

Related Information

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Highlights

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
2.6 miles

  Latitude : 
48.613771

  Longitude : 
-117.534358

  Elevation : 
2,172 feet - 3,636 feet