Leslie Creek

Total Miles
15.2

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Trail Type

High-Clearance 4x4 Trail

Accessible By

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Leslie Creek
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Trail Overview

This area consists of a system of short roads in the Leslie Creek drainage. Some of the shorter roads serve as cross-overs from one road to another. Some roads are brushed in with cedar boughs, making for an interesting way through the brush. The most challenging portion is the old county road which is not maintained. It is rutted, rocky, muddy, and has several steep pitches that require more expertise that novices may choose to bypass. Spring runoff uses the road as drainage. Watch for snags and downfall. Recommend to have a chain saw on board througout this area, as it does not get a lot of traffic, and is heavily wooded.

Photos of Leslie Creek

Leslie Creek
Leslie Creek

Technical Rating

5

Status Reports

Jake Beck
Jul 12, 2025
1986 Honda XL600R
Open
Dusty
Rough/Deteriorated
Perfect day/ trail to work on some technical skills as a newer rider. Steep, rutted, and rocky sections provided enough challenge to make it interesting. The viewpoint was a great photo opportunity although I could certainly feel the elevation. A lighter bike would excel here.
Jacob Estep
Jun 25, 2025
2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Open
Normal
Definitely a doable trail even in a small hatchback, I had to take a couple things a little more technical than possibly a lifted jeep but as far as doable, it is 100% global in a Subaru cross track. Just take your time.
Nicholas Mower
Apr 15, 2025
2010 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Muddy/Wet
Rough/Deteriorated
Lots of spring runoff coming down the trail and a couple of large mud pools about 12” deep. A fair amount of windfall but I was able to manually move it all or drive over it. The trail is tight in spots and anything larger than a side by side will get brushed. I went on to the marked viewpoint which is beautiful, built a fire and camped for the night.
Scott Milne
May 04, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Dusty
Muddy/Wet
Rough/Deteriorated
Washboard
I saw several deer near the dispersed camping area. Overall, the main trail was in fairly good condition. It is doable in a full size four-door Bronco, but there were a few sections where I barely fit through with only inches to spare.

Leslie Creek can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

From in-town Chewelah, proceed north on the paved county Sand Canyon Rd, approx 7.2 miles. At the gravel road intersection (slight left off the pavement), continue up Leslie Creek Rd into the forest. Alternate route is to pass Leslie Creek Rd intersection and turn left at the next gravel road, Major Road. Continue up Major Rd into the forest. After April 1, the forest gate should be open. Follow the routes.

Leslie Creek Map

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