Dingford Creek Trail #1005

Dingford Creek Trail #1005

Highlights: Mountain views, old growth forest, creek, lake

Distance: 5.7 miles one-way

Beginning Elevation : 1300 feet

Ending Elevation: 3800 feet

Difficulty level: More Difficult

Map(s): Green Trails #175

Visitor Use: Medium

SUMMARY:

The trail switchbacks steeply up the hill through a second growth forest for one mile. After crossing the wilderness boundary, the trail continues gradually through an old growth forest. At 3.2 miles the trail junctions with the Hester Lake Trail. The Dingford Creek Trail continues left another two miles to Myrtle Lake with fishing opportunities and panoramic views of Big Snow Mountain.

TRAILHEAD ACCESS:I-90 to exit #34. Follow 468th Avenue north. In 0.6 mile turn right onto the Middle Fork Road #56. Stay on Road #56 for 12.0 miles, at which point it veers to the right. Continue for another 5.0 miles; the parking area is on the right side of the road and the trailhead is on the left. The road is very rough and high clearance vehicles are recommended.

Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes

TRAILGUIDE

Best Seasons: Summer/Fall

AREA

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass

RANGER STATION (NEAREST)

North Bend Office42404 SE North Bend WayNorth Bend, WA 98045 Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm (425) 888-1421

Snoqualmie PassVisitor Center Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekendFriday - Monday8:30 am - 4:00 pm (425) 434-6111

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