The actual summit is a rock-scramble, but the views and the flower-packed west facing slope near the top can be enjoyed without making the true top. The average household income in the Chipmunk Trail area is . 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Plenty of parking especially if you get there early. The decals are valid from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31 of the following year. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Head out on this 10.6-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. on official, secure websites. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Watch for the steps and hand holds blasted into the ridgeline. Explore! 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. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel Forest Service Road #55. Felt a little too Deliverance-y for my taste. This should really be titled "Lower McClellan Butte Trail". The Mountaineers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. On the trail, the author uses Polaris' Ride Command to access trail information instantly on his smart phone. Map showing recreational areas. Along with the numerous other I-90 hikes there is no shortage of workout on this hike. It is pretty tight. The first half of the standard route travels through a mixture of old-growth and second-growth forest, and some of the largest-diameter evergreen trees in Washington State can be found on the mountain slopes. (10), Facing My Weaknesses on a Double Summit Day. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (360) 436-1155 On the right side. Building 1 (1), Images Continue reading, 613 Get the newsletter curated by outdoor experts! Id rate this as moderate and not easy though (at least when its raining as it was while I was there). Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. Great photos. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 4 h 35 min to complete. 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 Enter the forest and climb 0.2 miles, crossing an unpaved road servicing Bonneville power lines and a trail junction. 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. Did not go all the way, the trees started to get pretty thick. updates, images, or resources. A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension. Those who venture up should keep in mind: rain can make the rock slippery and although technically easy the scramble to the summit is very exposed. Questions? https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/mbs/alerts-notices, Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. Carry spare batteries for your GPS, and a power cord to plug your mobile device into the 12v outlet or USB port of your ATV. Rocky, narrow, but fun. updates, images and resources. Saw 10 people on the trail on a Thursday. Shouldve brought gloves though- could barely move my hands after stopping for a couple minutes to eat at the top. Turn left and follow the road approximately 0.7 miles, crossing Alice Creek over an old a concrete culvert. Created by Polaris Industries, Ride Command home for ride planning, this website shows designated, signed ATV Trails, and legal routes on gravel roads in State and National Forests across the U.S. The summit block was nice and dry, which made the scramble a lot easier. Nice creek crossing. Its a good trainer for harder hikes or climbs. Although McClellan's survey basically ignored nearby Snoqualmie Pass, which would be the actual mountain pass eventually used by the Pacific Railroad, his efforts and dedication did not go unnoticed and "McClellan Butte" was named in his honor. Trail is in good shape. Only street legal vehicles are allowed on roads. Very rocky in some areas. Talus crossings afford great views. 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. Stock tacoma cleared it. Not sure if the google directions are incorrect, but we were taken to a private road clearly marked no trespassing. Here are the top resources you can use to discover fun, scenic places to ride, including designated, signed trail systems with parking at trailheads, forest roads on state and federal lands, and private ATV parks. 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. 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. Wear repellent. Traverse the west-facing slopes to a saddle and viewpoint just below the summit ridge at approximately 5.4 miles. Sometimes maybe dont look down. Challenging off-road driving in the snow. website belongs to an official government organization in the Doable but it made me nervous. The only motorized trail (for ATVs and motorcycles) is the 85-mile Sam Houston Multiple-Use Trail. 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. Mammals include mountain goats, cougars, black bears, squirrels, and pikas. There is a sign instructing to turn right (north) for the McClellan Butte Trail.5) After 0.4 miles further, the abandoned forest road-trail (the McClellan Butte Trail during this section) intersects with the very wide Iron Horse State Park/John Wayne Trail. Snoqualmie Ranger District Suite 3A ) or https:// means you've safely Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. trip reports for this trail. Did the 9021-110 side road. Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. Go to the website, tap on the state you are interested in, and youll discover a long list of public trails, open riding areas, private ATV parks and motocross tracks. He is president of the 400-member Woodtick Wheelers ATV/OHM Club in northern Minnesota, and writes articles for theMN OffRoad magazine and the newsletter of the ATV Association of Minnesota (ATVAM). Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. I had tons of fun! Bear poop too. Very beautiful final payoff - 360 views, including an incredible Mt Rainier shot. North Bend Ranger Station Mt. The final 0.6 miles of the McClellan Butte Trail circles around the southwest side of the mountain ridge to the rocky summit block. Ride Texas. McCellan Butte OHV Trail Easy 3.9 (171) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos (68) Directions Print/PDF map Length 15.8 kmElevation gain 955 mRoute type Out & Back Check out this 15.8-km out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. Trailhead is at the end of the road. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock The final rocky summit slope has plenty of natural handholds and footholds available for climbing/scrambling. 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. An official website of the Skykomish, WA 98288 Turn right into the parking area. Trails Hiked. The Ride Command App, which is optimized for snowmobiles and off-roading, shows trails as well as your GPS location on your smart phone. As of 2017, the Snoqualmie Ranger District considers Mountaineers trips and courses to be "nominal use." Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. Met a cool person who discussed the challenges. Would recommend all terrain tires and some recovery gear if you go beyond the creek. 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. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Bobby 8 years, 9 . Chipmunk Trl, Woodhaven, MI 48183. Great hike! gear, Education, permits, regulations and where to hunt in your I was trying to find a good look of McClellan Butte, but this peak was all forested. Great easy/moderate trail for anything with similar ground clearance to a 4runner. At approximately milepost 4.5 cross a ridge to the west side of the peak and see views of the Cedar River Watershed and eventually Seattle and Puget Sound. Very narrow in some areas. We found 111 addresses and 113 properties on Chipmunk Trail in Woodhaven, MI. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 The main McClellan parking lot is on the south side of I-90 at the West Tinkham Road, Exit 42. North Bend Way, United States. Some large rocks/rocks have fallen off the mountain and cut the road in 1/2. Stretching out to Chaffee County and Cottonwood Pass on the east and connecting to the Cement Creek and Brush Creek motorized trails this area has the greatest choice of dirt roads and motorized single track in Gunnison County. With that mentioned, McClellan Butte is still a semi-popular climbing destination for experienced climbers during snow-cover in Winter and Spring months as both a training climb and a conditioning climb. Preferable to have car with good clearance to drive on the forest road. Sometimes maybe dont look down. training, These snow runnels can be quite dangerous and hard-packed with snow. No bugs and a little breather before the final ascent. The trail head is right before the freeway entrance traveling east (SE Homestead Valley Rd.) The Mountaineers teaches skills and leads outdoor activities for all ages and levels in the Pacific Northwest. Despite heavy logging, road building, and the old Chicago/Milwaukee railroad grade, which was decommissioned in the sixties, this trail maintains a lush character with numerous old-growth trees. Great time. Turn left and follow the road approximately 0.7 miles, crossing Alice Creek over an old a concrete culvert. The views were incredible, and the autumn colours magnificent. OHV areas include trails for motorcycle, quad, and four-wheel drive enthusiasts that range from easy to challenging. Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. Its not exactly off road driving, theyre service trails but still really pretty views, managed to climb the waterfall to the top of the pond it was sights like no other. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Finding trailhead was easy. Was the only one there at 8am as I began my ascent up the trail in smoky conditions. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are subject to seasonal closure. 810 State Route 20 scramble at the top with some nice views of alpine lakes wilderness peaks and Rainier. Dirty Harry's Balcony via Birdhouse Trail, Talapus and Olallie Lakes via Talapus Lake Trail, Mount Defiance and Mason Lake via Ira Spring Memorial Trail, Talapus, Olallie, Island Lakes via Olallie Lake, Island Rainbow Trail, Putrid's Pete's Peak Loop from Tinkham Road, Kaleetan Lake via Pratt Lake and Lower Tuscohatchie Lakes. Stick with it and power up the at-times steep trail. Got very difficult in the snow and actually had to turn back before the end (December). Saw an owl (Flew right in front of us, and there is an old forest logging piece of equipment. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Beautiful view of North Bend and surrounding area and peaks. (800) 270-7504, Darrington Ranger District This was a BLAST! ATV/ORV/OHV Filter. Amphibians include frogs and salamanders (in the meadowy sections of the mountain). Saw sign of elk and bear. Climb steadily uphill and, in a half-mile, come to Mason Creek. WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mbs/recarea/?recid=80225, New food storage rules for Mt. These days, however, ATV dealers are so busy they often forget to give first-time buyers information on where they can ride their new vehicles. General George B McClellan visited this area in 1853 surveying (unsuccessfully) for a route for rail lines to pass through the Cascades. Find an open trail near you. better have 2 cars in case get stuck. The McLellan Butte trail above/south of the Palouse to Cascades trail (JWT/Iron Horse) is hiking only. There are many excellent hand and foot holds to help on both the ascent and descent. 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. Still some wild berries to taste on the way, One of my favs for sure! Got above the haze today - just felt amazing. Great views. We have a lifted jeep with 35" tires. Share sensitive information only Some also have designated, signed trail systems that are open to ATVs and SxSs that are 50 inches or less in width. The author uses this site for organizing group rides for the. From North Bend, WA take I-90 east to exit #42 (Tinkham Road). Quick tip: Stay powered up and connected! The short portion from the P2CT/JWT down to the trailhead off of I-90 is open to bikes. Micro-spikes would do the job at least for now. For example, the Email us. There was not much room for error, and really no room to turn around on the summit. Cross over the John Wayne Trail to continue on the McClellan Butte Trail. We did not do much of the scramble as it seemed scary to come back. View McClellan Butte Image Gallery - 56 Images. Create an account and log in, then click on map and zoom into the area you are interested in. 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. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. 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. 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. Got very difficult in the snow and actually had to turn back before the end (December). Want to report conditions for this trail? Three miles in it starts to get steep. I was in RAV 4 TRD trim. information for leaders Forest Service websiteor by callingthe appropriate District Office (Supervisors Office is (936) 639-8501). From Seattle, east on I-90 to exit 42 (Tinkham Road). Skykomish Ranger District McClellan Butte is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,500 feet of gain near Snoqualmine Pass. 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. Would suggest to deflate tires some. The views that I did get to see were absolutely majestic. A switchback and a climbing traverse ascend the embankment of the former Milwaukee Road Railroad, built in 1908 and abandoned in 1980. Great hike with snow on the last third. Caution should be implemented when using cooking stoves, especially during Summer months and dry periods when fire danger increases.The McClellan Butte Trail is typically not recommended during months of snow-cover, due to extremely high avalanche dangers. McCellan Butte OHV Trail Easy 4 (178) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos (70) Directions Print/PDF map Length 7.8 miElevation gain 2,342 ftRoute type Out & back Head out on this 7.8-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. getting there. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 4 min to complete. https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/mbs/alerts-notices, Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. Roping and belaying is not typically necessary for the upper summit slope, but common sense and extra caution is required during the final ascent and descent. A waterproof pants would be helpful when climbing down. Turned around after a few sharp switch backs in snow. Road Road suitable for all vehicles . About The Author: David Halsey has been riding snowmobiles for 50 years and writing about sleds and ATVs for 35 years. Leg burner for sure. 810 State Route 20 This trail is great for off-road driving and scenic driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. It is pretty tight. Map showing recreational areas. Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Get Trail News Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. Good trail. 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. P.O. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are subject to seasonal closure. 1:45 hike up and 1:00 trail run down. At the top of the summit there is a great overlook. Pretty quick. These aspects help make McClellan Butte one of the most popular mountain hiking and climbing destinations in the region. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mcclellan-butte, https://www.wta.org/site_images/hikes/img_9881.jpg/@@download/image/IMG_9881.jpg. With an elevation of 5162' and clean prominence of 1442', McClellan Butte is neither the tallest nor the most prominent peak of the I-90 corridor between North Bend and Snoqualmie Pass. Great trail. dealers. Trail up is in great shape, as it is pretty dry. Explore this 12.6-km out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. Just past the 4 mile mark, there is a crevice where a creek runs through it that is completely snowed over and obscuring the trail to McClelland Butte. 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. Stay on the McClellan Butte Trail, especially if the exact boundary of the watershed is unknown. Children refers to the set of objects that logically fall under a given object. 1405 Emens Ave. N. 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. Box 305 The climb took us just under 3 1/2 hours, the descent 2 1/4 hours, both were straightforward. Official websites use .gov A .gov National Forests print a Motorized Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) identifying those roads and trails, available at Forest Service offices. 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. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel FS Road #55. 2930 Wetmore Ave., Want to report conditions for this trail? The avalanche chutes were all snow free and had water running for filling up water bottles if needed. I made a loop by combining segments of the old abandoned trail and the new trail. The slope of the trail isnt too steep. Stock Tacoma offroad handled it well, some additional lift can definitely help. Dirty Harry's Balcony via Birdhouse Trail, Mount Defiance and Mason Lake via Ira Spring Memorial Trail, Twin Falls via Homestead Valley Trailhead, Iron Horse Trail: Homestead Valley Trailhead to Mine Creek, Iron Horse Trail from Olallie State Park to Rattlesnake Lake. Open the App at the trailhead, and you can track, name and save your rides. Street Prineville, OR 97754 Latitude/Longitude: 44.288562, -121.334252 Directions: The North Barr Trailhead is one of two trailheads in the Cline Buttes Central Motorized Trail Use Area. First visit - made it to the snow line. Peek-a-boo views of the Alice Valley and Mount Kent to the east will keep you interested. and WTA Member 75 Type of Hike Day hike. Email us. Needed rear locker in some spots. Pass the Department of Transportation facility and continue a hundred yards or so. Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those interested in heading up, steeply. Generally considered an easy route. Along with the numerous other I-90 hikes there is no shortage of workout on this hike. McClellan Butte. LockA locked padlock power line trails are fun to explore. A little bit smoky and dusty. Didnt do the final scramble up the peak. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Located approximately eight miles southeast of North Bend, on the south side of I-90, the standard route for the mountain is only a short drive from urban areas yet close enough to the Central Cascades to enjoy views of many nearby mountains. Made first snow tracks on Friday, only saw one other person on the way down. Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the ramp. 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. 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. But there is a easy turn around area on the left, from there you can head back. Contact Us. After hiking the lowest section of the McClellan Butte trail last week, I decided it wouldn't be cheating to start from the upper "trailhead" this time. 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