Basin Creek #360


Area Status: Closed

This area has not been logged out since the Crater Creek fire.

This 6 mile long trail is rated as "more difficult." At Chewuch Trailhead take the Cathedral Driveway Trail #510A for 2 miles and Chewuch Trail #510 for 2 miles past Pocket Lake to Basin Creek Trail 360. The Basin Creek Trail #360 travels northeasterly up to Topaz Mountain. Trail ascends Basin Creek through second growth forest and brushy area; upper portion of the trail is above timberline.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: The trail is usually snowed in until July.
Restrictions: Wilderness use restrictions apply. Certified weed-free hay or certified weed-free hay pellets are required on National Forest lands (processed grains are okay). Motorized or mechanical equipment, including chainsaw, bike, motorcycle, hang glider or cart use prohibited in all wilderness areas. Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times.
Closest Towns: Tonasket, WA
Information Center: Trail Map of Pasayten Wilderness

General Information

Directions:

From the town of Loomis, travel north on County road #9425 for 2 miles to junction of #9425 and County Road #4066. Turn West on County Road #4066 which becomes Forest Service Road #39. Drive on Forest Service Road #39 for 20 miles to junction of Forest Service Road #39 and Forest Service Road #3900-300. Travel on Forest Service Road #3900-300 for 3 miles to the Trailhead.

Latitude 48.87224 Longitude -120.00335


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