Recreation Region: Pomeroy Ranger District

Cross Canyon Trail #3242

Cross Canyon Trail is open to foot and horse traffic only, since it is located within the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The trail begins at Cross Canyon Trailhead and descends gradually with switchbacks to the Wenaha River which offers spectacular views. Practice Leave-No-Trace camping ethics. Pack all garbage out.

The trail is rocky in areas and may be overgrown. Due to budget cuts this trail may not maintained.

Alert: The lower section of this trail may have rattlesnakes so be extremely careful. Many camping and fishing opportunities are available. The Wenaha River must be crossed to access other trails.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

3242

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

June - November

No fee.

Wilderness restrictions apply

Trail closed to all motorized and mechanized equipment, including mountain bikes and carts.
Weed-free feed is required for stock animals.

Address: 71 West Main Street Pomeroy, WA 99347
Phone: (509) 843-1891
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays) (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.umainquiries@usda.gov

Getting There

Directions

From Troy, Oregon: Take Troy Road south for a .5 mile and then continue on Eden Lane for 2.2 miles. Turn right on Jubilee Road and follow for 2 miles. Continue on Forest Service Road 62 to the west. Five miles past Long Meadows Guard Station, turn right on Forest Service Road 6217 and follow for 3 miles to the Cross Canyon Trailhead.