Trail Overview

The Donkey Creek Road cutoff is a way to quickly get from Highway 101 at Humptulips to Wynoochee Lake. This route is the unpaved section of Donkey Creek Road, with little to no cell reception in this area. In early and late winter there can be numerous downed trees blocking the road.

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Difficulty

This route is mostly smooth forest service road but can have potholes and washouts. In early and late winter there can be numerous downed trees blocking the road.

Technical Rating

Andrew w

Feb 15, 2026

Open

Dry and clear, shallow potholes <12”. Some fallen trees but none obstructing the trail. Easy drive with fun spurs.

Matt Nelsen-wright

May 25, 2025

Open

easy trail fun gave a three due to the crater potholes that can sneak up on you great scenic view

Eric Dazell

Mar 07, 2025

Open

Lots of down trees. None blocking entire roadway

Eric Gartin

Jun 22, 2023

Open