Poch Ridge Trail

Total Miles
3.6

Elevation

1,350.33 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

This 3.2-mile point-to-point trail begins at the Evans Creek Trailhead and connects to two more challenging trails. This trail is an easy trail with shallow mud holes and ruts along it. There is one optional obstacle which is a short steep hill climb. There are several great views of Mount Rainier along this trail.

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Difficulty

Expect mud holes and ruts up to 12 inches in depth.

History

Evans Creek Trailhead provides access to 40 miles of combined 4WD and motorcycle/quad trails of varying difficulty. This is a fee area and requires a US Forest Pass or Interagency Pass.

Technical Rating

Status Reports

Jay Landes

Aug 26, 2024

2018 Jeep Wrangler

Open

Muddy/Wet

Entrance to trail has a barrier that limits vehicle width, JL with oversized tires fit through with a couple inches of clearance. Bottom section muddy and wet, dried up after a mile or so. Upper section overgrown and overhanging trail. Smaller washouts in upper section. Maintenance equipment on lower half, not blocking road.