Forks of Canyon Creek Trail #633

Forks of Canyon Creek Trail #633

Highlights: Mountain views, Old Growth, Creek

Distance: 1.9 miles one-way

Beginning Elevation : 2400 feet

Ending Elevation: 1000 feet

Difficulty level: More Difficult

Map(s): Green Trails #109 Granite Falls

Visitor Use: Low trail usage here

SUMMARY:

A rough trail switchbacks downhill through beautiful old-growth timber to a secluded campsite at the confluence of the forks of Canyon Creek. This spot is seldom visited and because of its low elevation, is free of snow and accessible early in the spring.

TRAILHEAD ACCESS:From the Verlot Public Service Center (11 miles east of Granite Falls), travel west on the Mountain Loop Highway 3.9 miles to Forest Service Road #41. Turn right (north) on the Tupso Pass Road #41 and continue for 12.5 miles to Forest Service Road #4140 on the left. Follow Forest Service Road #4140 until you see the trailhead sign on your right.

Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes

TRAILGUIDE

Best Seasons: Summer/Fall

AREA

Verlot, Mountain Loop Highway, Granite Falls

RANGER STATION (NEAREST)

1405 Emmens St. Darrington, WA 98241

Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm(360) 436-1155

Verlot PublicService Center

Open Thursday - Monday8 am - 4:30 pm (360) 691-7791

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Use caution while hiking so you can enjoy it safely. Don't get in over your head. A call to the ranger station and avalanche hotline(winter) are highly recommended. Bring the ten essentials and make sure someone knows where you are going and expect to be back.