Staircase Rapids Loop Trail

The four-mile Staircase Rapids Loop Trail has a new cable bridge.

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Staircase Rapids Loop Trail Details

The four-mile Staircase Rapids Loop Trail has a new cable bridge over the Skokomish River, and explores both banks of the river from near the ranger station.

Difficulty

Low

Distance

0.9 mile

Estimated time

30 minutes

Region

N/A

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Staircase Rapids Loop Trail

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0.0 mi away

Shady Lane Nature Trail

Shady Lane Nature Trail is 0.9-mile one way and begins across the bridge from the ranger station.

0.1 mi away

Staircase Ranger Station

An accessible restroom and picnic area are located near the ranger station.

0.1 mi away

Staircase Ranger Station

Information, exhibits, bookshop, maps, trails, wilderness permits, bear canisters.

1.2 mi away

North Fork Skokomish River

There is a small picnic area with a pit toilet along the North Fork of the Skokomish River.

1.2 mi away

Staircase Road

Leads to the southeast corner of the park.