Near Old Growth Forest Trail
Nice bridge on the Sitka spruce trail

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Old Growth Forest Trail

3.0 (2 Ratings)
An easy trail past more giant trees worth checking out before or after the beach.
0.2
mi
Distance
37
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family Friendly

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.18mi
Distance
37ft
Elevation Gain
14ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
171ft
High Point
125ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail begins from the Short Sand Beach Trail near some of its namesake old growth trees. However, it's arguable if the best old growth trees in this small trail network are actually along *this* trail. You'll cross Cedar Crossing Trail (a right on this will bring you to restrooms) and then end at Necarney Creek Trail. This trail is best for making a little loop to explore the old growth here before or after you visit the beach.

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Contributors
Karl W