Season might be over for this route! Want to report conditions for this trail? great trail. 1:45 hike up and 1:00 trail run down. Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the ramp. Mammals include mountain goats, cougars, black bears, squirrels, and pikas. The author uses this site for organizing group rides for the. 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. https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/mbs/alerts-notices, Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. 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. Trails Hiked. 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. 5 Cool Spots for ATV Off-Roading in Colorado, The Essential Gear You Need When Riding ATVs, 5 Cool Spots for ATV Off-Roading in California, ATV Off-Roading Adventure at Adventure Off Road Park, ATV Off-Roading Adventure at Keystone Lake, Some Images Courtesy of Polaris Adventures. Building 1 Explore! (360) 677-2414 First trail ever. Encountered some other vehicles. Turned around after getting into the snow on top. getting there. Trail Conditions Trail in good condition. 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. This is a sign showing this trail junction.7) Hike 3.1 miles further to the end of the McClellan Butte Trail, at the southwestern side of the summit block of McClellan Butte.8) Scramble for a short distance up the steep rocky slope (use extreme caution!) McClellan Butte is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,500 feet of gain near Snoqualmine Pass. Monthly conditioner hikes to get us in shape! Everett, WA, 98201, Outdoor Recreation Information Center Very narrow in some areas. 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. Map Information, Mt. 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. Great hike with snow on the last third. Fun trip. Nice in and out trail. Rain turned to snow half way up, awesome view at the top. Great time. Got lucky with a clear day and the smoke wasnt bad. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel Forest Service Road #55. First visit - made it to the snow line. Cross the John Wayne Trail at milepost 1.0 and continue up the trail, crossing Forest Service Road 9020 at milepost 1.9. May revisit this place in July or Aug. good trail but snow got really deep halfway up. Bobby 8 years, 9 . The Great trail. Narrow trail, Rocky nothing hard. Saw an owl (Flew right in front of us, and there is an old forest logging piece of equipment. All Rights Reserved. From the Ira Spring trailhead, hike an old logging grade graced in spring with twinflowers, tiger lilies and other forest flowers. Stock Tacoma offroad handled it well, some additional lift can definitely help. It is pretty tight. Watch out for the big cats though.. they are definitely out here the higher you get. Would visit again in summer. ATV/ORV/OHV Filter. Trail up is in great shape, as it is pretty dry. Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. 810 State Route 20 This trailhead provides access to Cougar Butte Trail #1432 and Rogue Umpqua Divide Trail #1470, which access Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. Turn right into the parking area. My wife was the spotter and we had to maneuver as close to the rock without going over the edge. Camping is not permitted on McClellan Butte or at the trailhead.However, Tinkham Campground is an official established campground located only a short distance (less than one mile) along Forest Road 55, from the turnoff for McClellan Butte Trailhead.In addition, a backcountry campground ("Carter Creek Camp") is located along the John Wayne Trail approximately 2.8 miles east along that trail from its intersection with the McClellan Butte Trail.Campfires are not permitted. Very well maintained trail. Distance: 9 miles. Download it from your app store and sign in with your email address. 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. This was a BLAST! Many states offer excellent trail maps, which can be ordered or downloaded by doing a quick search on your computer. The trail head is right before the freeway entrance traveling east (SE Homestead Valley Rd.) Baker-Snoqualmie NF. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 0. Map showing recreational areas. As of 2017, the Snoqualmie Ranger District considers Mountaineers trips and courses to be "nominal use." clay is very slippery when wet. (360) 436-1155 Email us. Great views. Great weather and views! Half the trail was sunny - wear sunscreen. The avalanche chutes were all snow free and had water running for filling up water bottles if needed. 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. Id rate this as moderate and not easy though (at least when its raining as it was while I was there). You have to explore the side roads to find a number of the trails pictured but theyre not hard to find. This is very narrow and the branches will scrap your vehicle. Three miles in it starts to get steep. Travel ~0.25 mile, crossing a creek, and turn right onto Forest Road 9020-110. Forest Service websiteor by callingthe appropriate District Office (Supervisors Office is (936) 639-8501). ATV - 50 inches; OHV, SxS - 60 inches; Jeep - 72 inches; Max Vehicle Width. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mcclellan-butte, https://www.wta.org/site_images/hikes/img_9881.jpg/@@download/image/IMG_9881.jpg. Definitely got some light scratches but other than that. Get Trail News Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. 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. Great hike! When you make it past the rocks/cliff you can go about a couple of miles down. Could see Rainier well and saw Bakern peeking out. The main McClellan parking lot is on the south side of I-90 at the West Tinkham Road, Exit 42. Email us. If there is snow, come back when it is gone, since on these steep slopes, snow can slide at any time. There are no resources for this route/place. power line trails are fun to explore. Phone: 541-416-6700 Email: BLM_OR_PR_Mail@blm.gov ADDRESS: Prineville District Office 3050 N.E. You have to explore the side roads to find a number of the trails pictured but theyre not hard to find. When you make it past the rocks/cliff you can go about a couple of miles down. Great views. Not too many hikers on the trail today, as I only ran into a couple of groups coming up as I was going down, and that wasn't until I was well down on the trail. Sometimes maybe dont look down. Very rocky in some areas. However, this section has a lot of exposure and a fall might likely be fatal. McClellan Butte Trail. McCellan Butte OHV Trail easy (159) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos(67) Directions Print/PDF Map Share More Explore this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. training, 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. Great time. I did the scramble to the peak and it was good but I saw people who didnt do it as it seemed a little bit risky. (360) 436-1155 Latitude: 42.94844 Longitude: -122.63074 At a Glance General Information Directions: Go Hiking Trip Reports McClellan Butte Trip Report. I skipped the first mile or so by driving up the forest road and parking where the trail and road intersect. Thanks for the support of Western Washington Honda Dealers and our other corporate sponsors. Snoqualmie Ranger District (360) 854-2553 ) or https:// means you've safely A waterproof pants would be helpful when climbing down. McClellan Butte Trailhead Area Status: Open Provides access to: McClellan Butte Trail 1015 At a Glance General Information Directions: From North Bend, WA take I-90 east to exit #42 (Tinkham Road). Some large rocks/rocks have fallen off the mountain and cut the road in 1/2. updates, images, or resources. Driving backwards wasnt awesome either but this was a pretty great time with some great scenic areas. 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. Lots of blueberries, huckleberries along the way. No bugs and a little breather before the final ascent. I'm sure it's a lovely trek! P.O. 852 million acres of public land; 60,000+ campgrounds and cabins 550,000+ miles of open trails 450,000+ points of interest The App also shows the nearest locations for food, fuel, lodging and ATV dealers. McClellan Butte. Not many people on the trail on a very nice sunny day. Skykomish, WA 98288 Questions? About The Author: David Halseyhas been riding snowmobiles for 50 years and writing about sleds and ATVs for 35 years. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Skykomish Ranger District and Not sure if the google directions are incorrect, but we were taken to a private road clearly marked no trespassing. But there is a easy turn around area on the left, from there you can head back. Blocked halfway in with a Toyota broken axle had to turn around. Many of their Forest Roads are open to both highway-legal vehicles and off-highway vehicles. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Skykomish, WA 98288 Saw sign of elk and bear. Caution should be implemented when using cooking stoves, especially during Summer months and dry periods when fire danger increases. Nice in and out trail. fairly challenging after mile 3 with hardly any switchbacks. Hiking Mount Defiance. For more information, please visit, Mt. Would visit again in summer. 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. 1405 Emens Ave. N. The only motorized trail (for ATVs and motorcycles) is the 85-mile Sam Houston Multiple-Use Trail. Steep and long, bit of a treacherous scramble to the actual peak so be careful. We have a lifted jeep with 35" tires. website belongs to an official government organization in the Watch for the steps and hand holds blasted into the ridgeline. This road is heavily decommissioned, but has been passable without the need for bushwhacking. Great trail! . McClellan Butte Trailhead (parking) point of interest; Type: Parking : Directions: google parking directions: . Plenty of parking especially if you get there early. Turned around after getting into the snow on top. Miles of trails and open areas await all types of OHV enthusiasts. Numerous and diverse opportunities for off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation exist on BLM-managed public lands. Scramble at the top was slightly sketchy but fun. Head out on this 10.6-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. 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. nlsiipola 6 years, 8 months ago 479 9TH AVE. pschlais 6 years, 8 months ago McClellan Butte (7/16/16, 7:04:14AM) angelatravels 6 years, 9 months ago McClellan Butte. The more popular route was Snoqualmie Pass, home now to the major interstate highway you used to get to the trailhead. Cross over the road to continue on the McClellan Butte Trail. Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. 902 S.E. To learn more about the riding opportunities in your area, check with your nearest BLM office. Turn right (south) at the stop sign, cross the S. Fork Snoqualmie River. Nothing too challenging for Jeep with 2 lift kit, trail shocks and full skid plates. better have 2 cars in case get stuck. (10), Facing My Weaknesses on a Double Summit Day. P.O. The climb took us just under 3 1/2 hours, the descent 2 1/4 hours, both were straightforward. Seattle, WA 98104. Questions? Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 4 min to complete. 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. Nothing too challenging for Jeep with 2 lift kit, trail shocks and full skid plates. Pretty quick. I weenied out on the scramble. 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. The use of an ice axe and crampons is highly recommended on the mountain during periods when snow is present. Snoqualmie Ranger District Total hiking distance: 9.3 miles, roundtrip.Some hikers have been known to eliminate 1.5 miles hiking distance (each direction) by taking Exit 38 off I-90 and following Forest Road 9020 south until its intersection with the McClellan Butte Trail. 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. General George B McClellan visited this area in 1853 surveying (unsuccessfully) for a route for rail lines to pass through the Cascades. Good trail. 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. The decals are valid from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31 of the following year. Those entering the watershed area unauthorized might be prosecuted. Needed rear locker in some spots. Minnesota, for example, has 70 trail systems open to the riding public, many managed in partnership with ATV clubs. Explore this 8.1-mile point-to-point trail near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. View McClellan Butte Image Gallery - 56 Images. 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. Doable but it made me nervous. Share sensitive information only It is now part of the John Wayne Trail. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. 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). Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. Road Road suitable for all vehicles . 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. Overall very rocky and have some moderately difficult climbs. Doable but need to be careful with each step. 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. Turn left and follow the road approximately 0.7 miles, crossing Alice Creek over an old a concrete culvert. 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. Challenging off-road driving in the snow. Had to bail around 1,250m due to ridiculously deep snow over the creekspath was invisible with steep drops on the left. I made a loop by combining segments of the old abandoned trail and the new trail. Washington Trails Association Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those . Stock Tacoma offroad handled it well, some additional lift can definitely help. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Ideally with at least 2 vehicles and winch. No stock or bicycles above the Iron Horse Trail. It is possible to walk on top of the ice at the beginning of the trail, but as you gain elevation, and the trail gets steeper, youre going to want those crampons. SEASONAL ROAD CLOSURE: Roads within and around 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. There was not much room for error, and really no room to turn around on the summit. no bugs to speak of. Generally considered a challenging route. Animals are commonly found on the mountain slopes. Log in and send us 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. Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are subject to seasonal closure. (360) 854-2553 Felt a little too Deliverance-y for my taste. Encountered some other vehicles. United States. Details for each include open/closed status, rules and regulations, trail miles, difficulty level, local services, directions, plus photos and videos submitted by riders. Peek-a-boo views of the Alice Valley and Mount Kent to the east will keep you interested. Email us. Sometimes maybe dont look down. Hike the McClellan Butte Trail for ~9 miles. Although most will be satisfied with the views from this area, the true summit may beckon to others. Towards the top the snow tracks had packed down into ice making it too slick to get any further. Met a cool person who discussed the challenges. Would suggest to deflate tires some. Ride Texas. No flies or bugs - about a dozen ppl 10/10. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Also, saw a black bear toward the top, it didn't seem to mind that I was there, it just went along it's way eating berries. At this elevation, snow frequently lasts until early July so be cautious and realistic with your abilities and equipment. The second-half of the standard route travels past at least five avalanche gulleys, all of which require extra caution when traversing during snow-covered periods. North Bend Way, Great trail! Narrow trail, Rocky nothing hard. 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. Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those interested in heading up, steeply. On the way back, I did a little exploring and found an old trail that went up to the south peak(peak 5046). Chipmunk Trl, Woodhaven, MI 48183. Preferable to have car with good clearance to drive on the forest road. Provides access to: McClellan Butte Trail 1015. Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those interested in heading up, steeply. 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. (800) 270-7504, Darrington Ranger District First trail ever. Seattle, WA 98109 Share sensitive information only OHV areas include trails for motorcycle, quad, and four-wheel drive enthusiasts that range from easy to challenging. gear, Get started right with local safety education, Rocky, narrow, but fun. Trail up is in great shape, as it is pretty dry. Generally considered an easy route. (1), Images Expect snow to impact travel to this trailhead from mid Fall through mid Spring. My wife was the spotter and we had to maneuver as close to the rock without going over the edge. 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. Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. I was in RAV 4 TRD trim. Turn right at the McClellan Butte trailhead sign. We did not climb the entire face of the summit rock (didnt want to die). Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. There was not much room for error, and really no room to turn around on the summit. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 2h10m up 1h40m down, SEASONAL ROAD CLOSURE: Roads within and around Mt. Trail is in great condition. LockA locked padlock Parked car on forest road to cut short on some distance to do night hike and watch sunrise from top. The views were incredible, and the autumn colours magnificent. Got very difficult in the snow and actually had to turn back before the end (December). Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. McClellan Butte. 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. 42404 SE North Bend Way Needed to drive delicately in a couple spots with my Camry, but nothing difficult. The average property tax on Chipmunk Trail is $3,506/yr and the average house or building was built in 1983. Sites, like RiderPlanet-USA.com, are an excellent source for trail information. Along with the numerous other I-90 hikes there is no shortage of workout on this hike. Questions? 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. Good trail. Bugs! Thanks for the support of Western Washington Honda Dealers and our other corporate sponsors. Great trail, very well maintained. . Canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding opportunities near On the trail, the author uses Polaris' Ride Command to access trail information instantly on his smart phone. 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. These snow runnels can be quite dangerous and hard-packed with snow. The slope of the trail isnt too steep. I was in RAV 4 TRD trim. Turn right off the freeway for and travel 0.3 miles to FSR 5500-101. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mbs/recarea/?recid=18002, New food storage rules for Mt. McClellan Butte; Aconcagua mountain page is a child of the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits.' May revisit this place in July or Aug. good trail but snow got really deep halfway up. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel FS Road #55. Create an account and log in, then click on map and zoom into the area you are interested in. Log in and send us Great photos. Fall colors are popping. Official MapQuest website, find driving directions, maps, live traffic updates and road conditions. Seattle, WA 98104. When the trail ends, a short rock scramble leads to the summit and views of peaks in the I-90 corridor and Snoqualmie Pass. snow level at 2800 ft, very wet, icy, slippery snow, impassable to wrangler. The summit block was nice and dry, which made the scramble a lot easier. Beautiful out there today. Box 305 Content of this site copyright Texas Parks and Wildlife Department unless otherwise noted. Roping and belaying is not typically necessary, but common sense and extra caution are always needed for traversing this section of the mountain. Towards the top the snow tracks had packed down into ice making it too slick to get any further. Create a Group Ride, and your digital device will show where everyone in your group is located on the trail during a ride. Was the only one there at 8am as I began my ascent up the trail in smoky conditions. Did not go all the way, the trees started to get pretty thick. All Trails GPS said 6.1 miles at the top. Stock tacoma cleared it. all around excellent. Saw 10 people on the trail on a Thursday. A long with the numerous other I-90 hikes there is no shortage of 'workout' on this hike. power line trails are fun to explore. Youll see the legal routes and trails, and which types of off-road vehicles are allowed on them. United States. The first few miles crosses power lines, the Iron Horse Trail, and Forest Service road 9020. Toward the top lots of large rocks, careful with street tires. National Forests print a Motorized Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) identifying those roads and trails, available at Forest Service offices. The viewpoint at the end of the trail is a good place to stop and enjoy the scenery of the Snoqualmie Valley stretched out below. Some large rocks/rocks have fallen off the mountain and cut the road in 1/2. Got above the haze today - just felt amazing. No bugs at the end of August. Amphibians include frogs and salamanders (in the meadowy sections of the mountain). Travel .3 of a mile on gravel Forest Service Road #55. ( Felt a little too Deliverance-y for my taste. snow level at 2800 ft, very wet, icy, slippery snow, impassable to wrangler. The trail gets steep and switchbacks through woods revealing peak-a-boo views of the valley and surrounding peaks. Darrington, WA 98241 I-90 to exit #42 (Tinkham Road). Birds include eagles and pileated woodpeckers. Took 4 hour up and 3 hours down- but we stopped a lot. At the top of the summit there is a great overlook. There was a short section with snow on the trail on the back side of McClellan Butte, but it was easily passed without traction. 74920 NE Stevens Pass Hwy Met a cool person who discussed the challenges. 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. information for leaders Many states have Natural Resource or Game & Fish Departments responsible for building and maintaining ATV trail systems on public lands. (56), Climber's Log Entries Turned around after a few sharp switch backs in snow. A fall favorite. 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. Map Information, Mt. The trail was in good condition, and most of it under cover, useful given the warm weather. Email us. Fun easy to advanced level trail. 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