Near Rocky Top
Time moves on without the orange harvester.
Near Rocky Top
Looking north towards Naches and Cleman Mountain.
Near Rocky Top
Ran into this guy in September. No rattle, just hissed. 2 weeks later a rattler waved its tail at me not far from this location.
Near Rocky Top
The lower portions of the descent (or ascent, your choice) located east of the main doubletrack are comprosed of silky smooth singletrack.
Near Rocky Top
Rainbow over highland.

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Rocky Top

4.3 (3 Ratings)
Striking scenic vistas of the vast arid shrub-steppe portion of Central and Eastern Washington
6.2
mi
Distance
1,097
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.16mi
Distance
1,097ft
Elevation Gain
1,097ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
2,934ft
High Point
1,844ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This route starts at the Rocky Top TH and meanders up Doubletrack and Cowiche Mountain East Bench trails, leading to the Cowiche Mountain's broad east ridge.Once on top, the 360-degree views are spectacular. Follow the ridge west toward the summit of Cowiche Mountain and get a unique view into West Valley, Yakima, Union Gap, Tieton, Naches and Selah valleys - as well as the beautiful Cowiche Canyon. From the summit, retrace your steps back along the ridge but then descend the alternating smooth/rocky singletrack switchback trail Upper TNT on the north side for a fast, fun descent. Connect back over to the initial climb/doubletrack trail via Hey Hey Hey Huh and then cross over Doubletrack and connect the eastern trails (Green Harvester) for more smooth singletrack exploration. All trails in this lower half lead back to the trailhead.
History & Background
This area is owned by Ron Anderson, owner of the Anderson Rock & Demolition pits off of Rocky Top Road. His generosity allowed public-use of miles of scenic multi-use trails to the public. More detail here.

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