consapevolezza. The McClellan Butte Trail (#1015) has approximately 3300' elevation gain in 4.6 miles of maintained/easy-to-follow YDS Class I trail from the trailhead to the summit block, then with a short distance and elevation gain (~100') of scrambling to the summit. Trip Report By. Washington Trails Association Please obey all signs regarding the management of public lands and routes. Want to report conditions for this trail? LockA locked padlock Create a Group Ride, and your digital device will show where everyone in your group is located on the trail during a ride. However, the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest greatly advises against using this method and only wants hikers to use the official parking area for McClellan Butte Trail #1015. More than a few remaining old-growth trees and a soft tread make this a well-rounded hike whether it is a training hike or your weekend reward. The MVUM is available on theUS. Forest Service website. I roamed around a bit, but never got a clear shot of the summit block of McClellan Butte.Instead of following this trail back to the main trail, I just followed the spine of the ridge down to the south, on easy terrain, and ran into the trailhead. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. OHV areas include trails for motorcycle, quad, and four-wheel drive enthusiasts that range from easy to challenging. (ATVs, Motorcycles, ROVs & Full Size OHV's), (ATVs, Motorcycles, ROVs and Full Sized OHVs), (ATVs, Motorcycle, ROVs & Full-Sized OHVs), (ATVs, Motorcycle, ROVs & Full Sized OHVs), (ATV's, Motorcycles, Full Sized OHV's, Dune Buggies & Sand Rails), (ATVs, Motorcycles, ROVs & Full Sized OHV's), MVUM is available on theUS. Rocky, narrow, but fun. Suite 3A Those entering the watershed area unauthorized might be prosecuted. Take Exit 42 off of I-90 and head east on Forest Road 55 (West Tinkham Road) for 0.25 mile and turn right into the McClellan Butte trailhead parking lot (1,600 ft). The avalanche chutes were all snow free and had water running for filling https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2021-10-19-6220478662, https://www.wta.org/site_images/trip-reports/2021/tripreport-image-2021-10-19-6221299199/@@download/image/IMG_0532 (2).JPG, Defiance and Bandera from McClellan summit, Looking north toward North Bend and Mt Si from summit, Fall colors and a little bit of snow on the back side of McClellan Butte, Looking down from halfway up the summit block. approach & ascent. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Purchase a Texas OHV decal by calling the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Customer Service Center (CSC): (512) 389-8917. No stock or bicycles above the Iron Horse Trail. Would suggest to deflate tires some. No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Got very difficult in the snow and actually had to turn back before the end (December). A little bit smoky and dusty. The average household income in the Chipmunk Trail area is . Mt. When the trail ends, a short rock scramble leads to the summit and views of peaks in the I-90 corridor and Snoqualmie Pass. Road Road suitable for all vehicles . Rain turned to snow half way up, awesome view at the top. training, Trailhead is at the end of the road. It is pretty tight. The trail continues to about 4 miles, where it turns west and then quickly north towards the summit ridge.This last mile of the hike has small meadows, a vernal pond, and scrambly little rocky sections of trail. Got above the haze today - just felt amazing. Needed rear locker in some spots. Minor challenges past the river. According to the map we were in the right place, but we turned around at the Private Property, No Trespassing, and Beware of Dog signs. The Cedar River Watershed is a "closed" watershed; public access is prohibited. This trail system including Hemingway Butte, Fossil Creek and Rabbit Creek OHV trailheads features access to hundreds of miles of roads, moderate to difficult trails and sand washes on steep, rocky terrain. Follow Forest Road 9020-110 to its the end, and continue to hook . View McClellan Butte Image Gallery - 56 Images. Scramble at the end for extra adrenaline rush and better views. More than a few remaining old-growth trees and a soft tread make this a well-rounded hike whether it is a training hike or your weekend reward. Very rocky in some areas. (77), Comments The Forest Service Interactive Travel Map is an online tool that also shows routes and trails. Best parts are when your cross the creek and start climbing the last mile or so up hill where snow requires a more technical wheeler and 2 rigs as for sure you will fall in a ditch. 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Difficulty: Technical 3, Strenuous 3, Rock Scramble, Strenuous, Technical 3, Strenuous 3, Rock Scramble, Strenuous, TAC MAC Conditioner Hike - McClellan Butte. Last half mile 1000 ft elevation gain. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel FS Road #55. Finally, one of the best ways to discover the best ATV trails in your area is to join a local ATV club, that will take you and your family on guided rides. Explore this 8.1-mile point-to-point trail near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. Stay on the McClellan Butte Trail, especially if the exact boundary of the watershed is unknown. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 0. I was in RAV 4 TRD trim. Trailhead is at the end of the road. Mammals include mountain goats, cougars, black bears, squirrels, and pikas. connected to the .gov website. The use of an ice axe and crampons is highly recommended on the mountain during periods when snow is present. This was a BLAST! Enter the forest and climb 0.2 miles, crossing an unpaved road servicing Bonneville power lines and a trail junction. Did not go all the way, the trees started to get pretty thick. Felt a little too Deliverance-y for my taste. McClellan Butte is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,500 feet of gain near Snoqualmine Pass. Finally, one of the best ways to discover the best ATV trails in your area is to join a local ATV club, that will take you and your family on guided rides. Good trail. For current trail conditions, contact the the North Bend Ranger Station at 425-888-1421 (Seattle 206-622-8378).The City of Seattle/Cedar River Watershed Ecological Reserve is located southwest of McClellan Butte Trail. Trails Hiked. Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/mbs/alerts-notices, Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. Suite 3A Explore! The Whitetail-Pipestone OHV Area in Montana is typical of the large public-land areas in the West that are managed by the BLM and the USFS. Definitely got some light scratches but other than that. 1405 Emens Ave. N. Bring gaiters if you have too. Fall colors are popping. Pass the Department of Transportation facility and continue a hundred yards or so. As previously mentioned, it is not recommended to climb the final summit scramble during wet conditions, as the rocky slope can be slick, mossy, and unstable in places. An official website of the Felt a little too Deliverance-y for my taste. I'm sure it's a lovely trek! Mt. Took 4 hour up and 3 hours down- but we stopped a lot. However, McClellan Butte offers a decent combination of an easy YDS Class 1 hiking trail and a final YDS Class 3-4 (depending on conditions) summit scramble, with an outstanding view overlooking much of the South Fork Snoqualmie River valley. Bring snowshoes and crampons. (360) 436-1155 Could see Rainier well and saw Bakern peeking out. Start your search with the map accompanying this page to find local destinations where you can go to enjoy riding off-road with friends and family. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. ( Trail is in great condition. North Bend Ranger Station The last bit was brutal! Travel .3 of a mile on gravel Forest Service Road #55. Trail doesnt go nearly as far as it looks on the map, but you can hike the last half mile or so to the top. It is a very nice OHV trail with some little opportunities for a technical wheeling but it is great if you want to have a nearby trail to go around Seattle area. We have a lifted jeep with 35" tires. Great photos. Needed to drive delicately in a couple spots with my Camry, but nothing difficult. trip reports for this trail. McClellan surveyed the Cascade Mountains during 1853, in search of the most viable mountain pass that could be used for the proposed trancontinental railroad system. Amphibians include frogs and salamanders (in the meadowy sections of the mountain). Very narrow in some areas. Toward the top lots of large rocks, careful with street tires. Scramble was a little scary - attempted it and turned around. The trails in the Diamond Mill of the Tillamook State Forest area are mostly single track trails for motorcycle use only. Leg burner for sure. Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those interested in heading up, steeply. Roping and belaying is not typically necessary, but common sense and extra caution are always needed for traversing this section of the mountain. Recent Ridelog Activity on Trail Past Week 0 rides 6 Months 1 rides 45 miles avg distance All 5 rides Last: Jul 22, 2022 Photos Tacoma cleared it. Great trail. Turn right off the freeway for and travel 0.3 miles to FSR 5500-101. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Wear repellent. This website displays a state-by-state list of public and private destinations for riding ATVs and side-by-sides (SxSs), as well as dirt bikes and 4WD trucks. Questions? I had to back off around 2/3 way up after hitting the snows line for safety reason as I see no fresh tire track and it turned quite slippery. Fun easy to advanced level trail. This trailhead provides access to Cougar Butte Trail #1432 and Rogue Umpqua Divide Trail #1470, which access Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. Towards the top the snow tracks had packed down into ice making it too slick to get any further. When you make it past the rocks/cliff you can go about a couple of miles down. (360) 854-2553 2930 Wetmore Ave., There was not much room for error, and really no room to turn around on the summit. Great photos. Distance: 9 miles. Used by over a half million riders, this free app displays the same trails as the Ride Command website, but it also shows your GPS location on your smart phone or tablet while youre out riding. The summit block was nice and dry, which made the scramble a lot easier. Monthly conditioner hikes to get us in shape! Doable but need to be careful with each step. Mount Kent. Traverse the west-facing slopes to a saddle and viewpoint just below the summit ridge at approximately 5.4 miles. These aspects help make McClellan Butte one of the most popular mountain hiking and climbing destinations in the region. Want to report conditions for this trail? Not many people on the trail on a very nice sunny day. Nice creek crossing. Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. McClellan Butte POI | Trailforks United States Washington King County North Bend McClellan Butte point of interest 1 Checkins 0 MTB 1 Hike 0 Moto 0 Ski Your browser does not support WebGL, so cannot display maps. The views were incredible, and the autumn colours magnificent. Nomadic Normans S1E1 - McClellan Butte OHV Trail Nomadic Normans 36 subscribers Subscribe 12 Share 328 views 1 year ago https://linktr.ee/nomadicnormans A small family beginning an overland. WTA worked here in 2020, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2012 and 2010! United States. Hiking McClellan Butte (near Seattle) tmbertube 729 subscribers Subscribe 31 4.1K views 11 years ago Join Tmber.com as we climb and scramble our way up to the top of McClellan Butte near. gear, Get started right with local safety education, McCellan Butte OHV Trail Easy 3.9 (171) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos (68) Directions Print/PDF map Length 9.8 miElevation gain 3,133 ftRoute type Out & back Head out on this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. Great hike on well maintained trail with beautiful views at the top. (56), Climber's Log Entries Three miles in it starts to get steep. There were steep cliffs on both sides and few patches of snow when climbing up. Got very difficult in the snow and actually had to turn back before the end (December). Caution should be implemented when using cooking stoves, especially during Summer months and dry periods when fire danger increases. *Motorized use on the National Forests & Grasslands in Texas is allowed only ondesignated roads, or trails, as shown on the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM). Plus, parking space is limited and unobstructed Forest Service access to the road is required at all times.McClellan Butte Trail #1015 and McClellan Butte are both shown on Green Trails Map #206. snow level at 2800 ft, very wet, icy, slippery snow, impassable to wrangler. All Trails GPS said 6.1 miles at the top. Youve come to the right place. 74920 NE Stevens Pass Hwy Good trail. Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. The slope of the trail isnt too steep. Official MapQuest website, find driving directions, maps, live traffic updates and road conditions. McClellan Butte Trail 1015 Area Status: Open Enter the forest and climb 0.2 miles, crossing an unpaved road servicing Bonneville power lines and a trail junction. Beautiful out there today. great trail. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Sometimes maybe dont look down. Cross over the road to continue on the McClellan Butte Trail. Didnt do the final scramble up the peak. The trail gets steep and switchbacks through woods revealing peak-a-boo views of the valley and surrounding peaks. McClellan Butte was named after George B. McClellan, a Civil War general and a surveyor during the mid-19th Century. Very narrow in some areas. Many of their Forest Roads are open to both highway-legal vehicles and off-highway vehicles. 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