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Canyon Creek OHV Out-and-Back

4.0 (1 Rating)
An extremely rugged and incredibly remote feeling trail in the Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest
30.4
mi
Distance
4,264
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
30.37mi
Distance
4,264ft
Elevation Gain
4,264ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
4,592ft
High Point
1,009ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This is the only trail in the Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest that allows bikes and off-road vehicles so hikers be aware of that. Also, this trail is very remote and rugged and seldom traveled. I think the best way to access it is via the east-side trailhead. If you want a mega day this can be done as an out-and-back or you can also take two cars and do a car shuttle if a point-to-point hike sounds more appealing. There are a few spots to fill up water if you have a filter but, do be prepared with necessary safety and emergency equipment as you're likely to be alone. Finally, there are a few sections of the trail that have become very rutted out and rooty from all the OHV's which can require some route finding to get yourself back on the trail.

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Contributors
Justin Daniels