Colonel Bob Trail #851

Area Status: Open

This trail is located within Colonel Bob Wilderness in a setting of dense old-growth conifer forest with lush understory of rain forest vegetation. Panoramic view of Quinault Lake from summit of Colonel Bob.

The Colonel Bob Trail gains over 4,200 feet in 7.2 miles to the summit of Colonel Bob. The Mulkey Trail Shelter is reached in 4.0 miles. There is limited camping space at Mulkey Shelter and Moonshine Flats.The junction with the Pete's Creek Trail #858 is at 5.5 miles. The trail ends at the summit of Colonel Bob.

This trail provides an excellent opportunity to view the Olympic temperate rain forest including old-growth stands of Douglas-Fir, Sitka Spruce, Western Hemlock and Western Red Cedar. 

At a Glance

Current Conditions: Not suitable for stock. This trail is arduous. Hikers should anticipate several blow downs and brush blocking sections of the trail.
Open Season: Early Spring
Restrictions: Wilderness regulations apply. Stock are prohibited beyond Moonshine Flats.
Closest Towns: Aberdeen, WA
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Pacific Ranger District, Quinault office

General Information

Directions:

Access from Colonel Bob Trailhead.


Activities

Day Hiking

The Colonel Bob Trail gains over 4,200 feet in 7.2 miles to the summit of Colonel Bob. The Mulkey Trail Shelter is reached in 4.0 miles. The junction with the Pete's Creek Trail #858 is at 5.5 miles. The trail ends at the summit of Colonel Bob.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate to Difficult

Backpacking

Access to Pete's Creek Trail #858 which provides access into the Colonel Bob Wilderness.

Horse Riding

See day hiking description.

Viewing Plants

Excellent opportunity to view the Olympic temperate rain forest including old-growth stands of Douglas-Fir, Sitka Spruce, Western Hemlock and Western Red Cedar.

Viewing Scenery

Panoramic views of Olympic Mountains and Quinault Lake.

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
7.2 miles

  Elevation : 
230' - 4510'