Hike Log

Pining Up Pinchuck

Trailhead:

Mount Pilchuck Access Road

Miles:

Type of Hike:

Day hike

Trail Conditions:

Trail in good condition

ROAD:

Road suitable for all vehicles

Bugs:

Bugs were not too bad

Snow:

Snow free

Link:

https://www.facebook.com/KristinMDeCou
I got a late start from the trailhead at 9:45am. I hiked the trail on a Wednesday, and the parking lot was barely half-full by the time I arrived.
I loved the variety of this trail. There's a clear progression from wooded forest to alpine conditions with granite boulders and sparse vegetation near the summit.
The lookout is open and was a highlight. There were 6-8 people looking to enter before me once I arrived at the top. In addition to the lookout, there are a few nice spots to eat lunch and catch different views.
This was a hot day and a busy hike. Would highly recommend for the views!!!!
** This hike almost didn't happen. I put in directions to “Mount Pilchuck Trailhead” into Apple Maps, and it took me to a location an hour away from the actual trailhead. A good reminder to cross reference with written directions from Six Pack of Peaks or All Trails in advance. I also read about the bad roads, but I didn't realize that meant 5 miles of the 6.8 mile access road was gravel with deep potholes, some nearly over a foot deep. It took me over half an hour to go the 5 miles and my MINI caught the edge a number of times, but I made it. Phew.

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