Have about an hour?

Most of the back country trails are longer than is easily covered in just one hour, but perfect for a shorter “sampling” for those on a tighter schedule. Here are 2 of many trail options to explore:

 1. howard creek loop

  • Distance: 3 miles, if hike the entire trail

  • Configuration: loop, if hike the entire 3 miles

  • Difficulty: easy

  • Elevation gain: minimal

  • Trailhead: Howard Creek Day Use

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • The quiet back-country offers a more serene experience than the canyon.

  • Listen for the many birds and keep an eye out for wildlife

  • This trail is also one of the equestrian trails so follow the right-of-way considerations

 
 

2. rackett ridge

  • Distance: 2.6 miles, if hike the entire trail

  • Configuration: out and back

  • Difficulty: moderate

  • Elevation gain: 750 ft

  • Trailhead: Howard Creek Day Use

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Some beautiful pockets of old Douglas-fir and Western hemlock

  • Connects to the Perimeter Trail for a longer hiking day

  • multi-use trail for hikers, equestrian, and mountain bikes