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Upper Big Quilcene Trailhead
Provides access to: Upper Big Quilcene Trail #833
At a Glance
| Fees: | $5/vehicle/day |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply in Buckhorn Wilderness.
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| Closest Towns: | Quilcene, WA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | VaultToilet (1) |
| Passes: | Recreation Passes may be used as a form of fee payment. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Hood Canal Ranger District, Quilcene Office |
General Information
Directions:From Quilcene, travel 1 mile south on US Highway 101 to Penny Creek Road. Take a right. Follow Penny Creek Road staying left at the “Y” (mile 1.4) to the Forest Service boundary and paved Forest Service Road 27.
Continue on Forest Service Road 27 another 9.5 miles to the intersection with Forest Service Road 2750. Travel on Forest Service Road 2750 for 4.7 miles to the trailhead.
Activities
Day Hiking
Backpacking
Camping is available at Ten Mile Shelter, Shelter Rock Camp, Camp
Mystery and at several areas along the river.