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A fast downhill romp with multiple switchbacks and technical sections to navigate.


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5.3

Miles

8.6

KM

Singletrack

5,471' 1,667 m

High

2,673' 815 m

Low

79' 24 m

Up

2,877' 877 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

30%

Max Grade (17°)

Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Unknown

The road to access the trailhead is seasonally open to vehicle traffic. Check the current status from the USFS by clicking here. Entrance and parking requires a Northwest Forest Pass.

Description

The Ranger Creek Trail is typically accessed from either climbing up FS 72 (or the alternate route of FS 7174, Noble Knob Trail #1184, and the Dalles Ridge Trail #1173). This forested downhill route has multiple switchbacks packed with roots and rocks. There are a few opportunities to recover and rest at either the Ranger Creek Shelter or the short spur trail leading out to the Little Ranger Creek viewpoint. The bottom end of the trail connects with the White River Trail #1199 allowing for longer loop options.

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Shared By:

Anthony Harasimowicz

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#309

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Ripping up the first of many switchbacks along the Ranger Creek Trail.
Nov 3, 2013 near Buckley, WA
Great valley views from the Little Ranger Peak viewpoint.
Nov 3, 2013 near Buckley, WA
Descending through the burned out area
Sep 16, 2018 near Greenwater, WA
Taking a short rest at the Ranger Creek Shelter.
Nov 3, 2013 near Buckley, WA
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Sep 4, 2021
Travis Hammond
Some of the switchbacks are very loose. ascended this trail to get to the Palisades trail. 5.3mi
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