Meadow Creek Trail #1057Highlights: Mountain views, forest, lake Distance: 8.1 miles one-way Beginning Elevation : 2000 feet Ending Elevation: 4900 feet Difficulty level: More Difficult Map(s): Green Trails #144 Visitor Use: Low SUMMARY:The first 2.0 miles consist of switchbacks up through an area burned by wildfire in 1967. After leaving the burned area, the elevation gain is gradual. From Fortune Ponds, the trail continues to Pear Lake and ends at the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. TRAILHEAD ACCESS:Drive State Route 2 for half of a mile east of the Skykomish. Turn north onto the Beckler River Road #65. Continue on #65 for 6.0 miles to the junction with Rapid River Road #6530. Turn right and continue for 4.5 miles to trailhead. Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes TRAILGUIDE Best Seasons: Summer/Fall AREA US2 Skykomish River 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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