Segelsen - FS 18

Segelsen/NF18 is a 20.8-mile point-to-point gravel trail in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Segelsen is a wide, well-groomed trail with lots of spur trails, views, and dispersed campsites along the way. (All distances are from the south starting point) At the 1-mile mark, there is an active quarry where large mining equipment crosses the trail. There is also active logging in the area, so be sure to keep to the right and watch for trucks. If entering from the south side, there is usually a sign indicating the current CB channel used by truckers in the area. At approximately mile 10, there is some rutted water damage to the road, but it is passable to most vehicles. The difficulty of this trail lies in its length and remoteness. There are no quick bailout trails to return to pavement, so it is imperative to come prepared, be self-reliant, and have a reliable rig. This trail ends at an intersection with Finney-Cumberland Road/NF17;it does not end at pavement. The last picture shows what the start of the trail looks like if approached from the north.