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Bridge Creek (Pacific Crest Trail)
The Bridge Creek Trail is a short segment of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail.
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Bridge Creek (Pacific Crest Trail) Details
The Bridge Creek Trail is a short segment of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail (PCT), which spans 2,650 miles from the Canadian border to the Mexican border. The 12.8 miles of this section are part of the 18 miles of the PCT that pass through North Cascades National Park. Besides being a part of one of the country’s most popular long-distance trails, the Bridge Creek Trail happens to be the easiest foot approach to Stehekin, and connects with a number of other backpacking trails. It's a very gentle trail and experiences a fair amount of elevation loss as it slowly descend to the confluence of Bridge Creek and the Stehekin River, making it an easy one-way day hike. Because of its low elevation, this trail is often clear in the early spring, and the trailside wildflowers bloom especially early. Connecting trails include access to McAllister, Dagger, and Rainbow Lakes. Backcountry camping is usually available at Bridge Creek Camp, but the sites often fill up quickly in the fall when PCT hikers are passing through the area. Loo for the signed trailhead on State Route 20 at mile 159, near Rainy Pass. A parking pass from the U.S. Forest Service is required to park here.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
25.6 miles
Estimated time
2 days
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bridge Creek (Pacific Crest Trail)
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6.9 mi away
Easy Pass Trail
Easy Pass is considered the most beautiful hike in the North Cascades, and rewards you with stunning panoramas.
9.0 mi away
Goode Ridge Trail
The ascent over Goode Ridge is an excellent challenge for hikers who want extraordinary views that are a little off the beaten track.
9.4 mi away
Stehekin Valley Ranch
Stehekin Valley Ranch is an off-the-grid rustic resort deep in the North Cascades.
9.5 mi away
McGregor Mountain Trail
The especially rugged climb to the summit of McGregor Mountain is worth every second for the expansive views.
9.5 mi away
Old Wagon Trail (Pacific Crest Trail)
The Old Wagon Trail is a section of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail that stretches between Stehekin and Bridge Creek.
