Quartz Creek Trail #1050

Distance: 4.4 miles one-way

Beginning Elevation : 2500 feet

Ending Elevation: 3900 feet

Difficulty level: More Difficult

Map(s): Green Trails #143

Visitor Use: Low

SUMMARY:This trail climbs gradually through tall timber to small, open meadows. In just over four miles the trail intersects with the Bald Eagle Trail #650 at Curry Gap near the Darrington Ranger District boundary.

TRAILHEAD ACCESS:Drive State Route 2, turn north at the Index turn-off onto the North Fork Skykomish River Road #63. Continue for approximately 19.0 miles to Quartz Creek Trailhead #1050 on the left side of the parking area.

NOTE: At approximately mile 15.7 Road #63 turns sharply north. If you continue traveling east you will be on the #65 road.

Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes

TRAILGUIDE

Best Seasons: Summer/Fall

AREA

US2 Skykomish River Stevens Pass

RANGER STATION (NEAREST)

Skykomish Ranger Station

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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.