Deception Creek Trail #1059Highlights: Mountain views, forest, creek Distance: 10.3 miles one-way Beginning Elevation : 2000 feet Ending Elevation: 4500 feet Difficulty level: More Difficult Map(s): Green Trails #176 Visitor Use: Low SUMMARY:The first five miles of this trail gradually ascend the valley, generally following Deception Creek. Campsites are plentiful in areas close to the creek. At mile 7.8, Trail #1059.2 may be taken to connect with the Pacific Crest Trail or to reach Deception Lakes. The last 2.8 miles climb through sub-alpine meadows to intersect with the Pacific Crest Trail at Deception Pass. The last 5.3 miles are open to stock and are accessible via Deception Creek Cut-off #1059.1 near the end of Road #6830. TRAILHEAD ACCESS:Drive State Route 2 going 7.8 miles east of the Skykomish. Turn south onto the Deception Creek Road #6088. Continue on Road #6088 for 1.0 mile to the trailhead. Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes TRAILGUIDE 100 Hikes in the Alpine Lakes Best Seasons: Late Spring/Summer/Fall AREA US2 Skykomish River Index Stevens Pass RANGER STATION (NEAREST) Skykomish Ranger Station TRAIL REVIEW submit your review Notice: Hiking in the backcountry can be dangerous. Information on this website comes from a variety of sources. You have to be responsible for using good common sense and researching trails carefully. Things change constantly in the outdoors. 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.
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