Church Mountain Road
Total Miles
3.0
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Church Mountain Road is an easy 5-mile round-trip gravel road that provides access to the Church Mountain hiking trailhead. From the trailhead, the hiking trail is approximately 8 miles round-trip with a ~3,800 feet elevation gain and offers stunning views of Mount Baker and the surrounding peaks. The road is mostly suitable for low-clearance 2WD vehicles, with one notable exception: a section near a waterfall that may challenge the approach and departure angles of lower vehicles. High-clearance vehicles will have no difficulty navigating this spot.
Photos of Church Mountain Road
Difficulty
Passable by 2WD, though a shallow water crossing and a rough section near the top require care. No maintenance should be expected during the winter.
Status Reports
Church Mountain Road can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- SUV
Church Mountain Road Map
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