Toward the top lots of large rocks, careful with street tires. Beautiful out there today. A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension. On the trail, the author uses Polaris' Ride Command to access trail information instantly on his smart phone. Would recommend all terrain tires and some recovery gear if you go beyond the creek. States vary widely in their ATV trail systems, rules and regulations. No bugs. However, this section has a lot of exposure and a fall might likely be fatal. McCellan Butte OHV Trail Easy 3.9 (171) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos (68) Directions Print/PDF map Length 9.8 miElevation gain 3,133 ftRoute type Out & back Head out on this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. Trail is steep in this section and out in the sun, so it was nice that I hiked this part in the morning. I had to back off around 2/3 way up after hitting the snows line for safety reason as I see no fresh tire track and it turned quite slippery. Some large rocks/rocks have fallen off the mountain and cut the road in 1/2. Blocked halfway in with a Toyota broken axle had to turn around. Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 updates, images, or resources. North Bend, WA 98045 The viewpoint at the end of the trail is a good place to stop and enjoy the scenery of the Snoqualmie Valley stretched out below. Great trail did it in a jt rubicon you dont need anything serious. Box 305 Didnt do the final scramble up the peak. McClellan Butte is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,500 feet of gain near Snoqualmine Pass. you, Your local trail guide for all ages and skill levels, Local fishing holes, gear advice, and retailers, Discover local campsites, helpful hints, and where to buy There was not much room for error, and really no room to turn around on the summit. Met a cool person who discussed the challenges. There is a sign showing this trail junction.6) After 0.5 miles further, the McClellan Butte Trail intersects with Forest Road 9020 (~2200' elevation). About The Author: David Halsey has been riding snowmobiles for 50 years and writing about sleds and ATVs for 35 years. This is a sign showing this trail junction.7) Hike 3.1 miles further to the end of the McClellan Butte Trail, at the southwestern side of the summit block of McClellan Butte.8) Scramble for a short distance up the steep rocky slope (use extreme caution!) 810 State Route 20 For more information, please visit, Mt. Go Hiking Trip Reports McClellan Butte Trip Report. At the top of the summit there is a great overlook. The avalanche chutes were all snow free and had water running for filling up water bottles if needed. Last half mile 1000 ft elevation gain. Questions? https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mcclellan-butte, https://www.wta.org/site_images/hikes/img_9881.jpg/@@download/image/IMG_9881.jpg. A waterproof pants would be helpful when climbing down. As of 2017, the Snoqualmie Ranger District considers Mountaineers trips and courses to be "nominal use." Very rocky in some areas. Watch for the steps and hand holds blasted into the ridgeline. McCellan Butte OHV Trail easy (159) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos(67) Directions Print/PDF Map Share More Explore this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. We have a lifted jeep with 35" tires. Suite 3A It is possible to walk on top of the ice at the beginning of the trail, but as you gain elevation, and the trail gets steeper, youre going to want those crampons. McClellan Butte is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,500 feet of gain near Snoqualmine Pass. The Forest Service Interactive Travel Map is an online tool that also shows routes and trails. WTA Member 75 Type of Hike Day hike. Tel: 425.888.1421. Had to bail around 1,250m due to ridiculously deep snow over the creekspath was invisible with steep drops on the left. . These aspects help make McClellan Butte one of the most popular mountain hiking and climbing destinations in the region. Here are the best websites, maps and Apps for finding great riding trails near you. Questions? ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. getting there. A fall favorite. website belongs to an official government organization in the The average price for real estate on Chipmunk Trail is $78,815. Great photos. Located approximately eight miles southeast of North Bend, on the south side of I-90, the standard route for the mountain is only a short drive from urban areas yet close enough to the Central Cascades to enjoy views of many nearby mountains. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Supervisor's Office The slope of the trail isnt too steep. The first few miles crosses power lines, the Iron Horse Trail, and Forest Service road 9020. Also, saw a black bear toward the top, it didn't seem to mind that I was there, it just went along it's way eating berries. Scramble at the top was slightly sketchy but fun. Some also have designated, signed trail systems that are open to ATVs and SxSs that are 50 inches or less in width. United States government. Stock tacoma cleared it. Skykomish, WA 98288 We did not climb the entire face of the summit rock (didnt want to die). ( Started hike at 4:45am and reached top at 6:45am. Log in and send us dealers. Turn right and go 0.2 miles to the trailhead at the end of road. Like its counterparts, this trail is largely for those interested in heading up, steeply. Watch out for the big cats though.. they are definitely out here the higher you get. However, the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest greatly advises against using this method and only wants hikers to use the official parking area for McClellan Butte Trail #1015. Did the 9021-110 side road. First trail ever. North Bend, WA 98045 Not sure if the google directions are incorrect, but we were taken to a private road clearly marked no trespassing. The decal costs $16 and can be paid for with a credit card. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. 74920 NE Stevens Pass Hwy Moderated with switchbacks at times, and with a gradual traverse when you need it, the rewards here are not without effort. 1:45 hike up and 1:00 trail run down. Just past the 4 mile mark, there is a crevice where a creek runs through it that is completely snowed over and obscuring the trail to McClelland Butte. Trail doesnt go nearly as far as it looks on the map, but you can hike the last half mile or so to the top. Pretty quick. great trail. Watch out for the big cats though.. they are definitely out here the higher you get. General George B McClellan visited this area in 1853 surveying (unsuccessfully) for a route for rail lines to pass through the Cascades. McCellan Butte OHV Trail Easy 3.9 (171) Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Photos (68) Directions Print/PDF map Length 15.8 kmElevation gain 955 mRoute type Out & Back Check out this 15.8-km out-and-back trail near North Bend, Washington. Narrow trail, Rocky nothing hard. Climb steadily uphill and, in a half-mile, come to Mason Creek. Trip Report By. Great time. Bobby 8 years, 9 . connected to the .gov website. Use extreme caution if you climb the rocks to the summit, they are slippery when wet and a fall could be fatal. Great trip up to the summit of McClellan Butte on this beautiful fall day. Stock Tacoma offroad handled it well, some additional lift can definitely help. Snoqualmie Region. Steep and long, bit of a treacherous scramble to the actual peak so be careful. However, McClellan Butte offers a decent combination of an easy YDS Class 1 hiking trail and a final YDS Class 3-4 (depending on conditions) summit scramble, with an outstanding view overlooking much of the South Fork Snoqualmie River valley. Hiking McClellan Butte (near Seattle) tmbertube 729 subscribers Subscribe 31 4.1K views 11 years ago Join Tmber.com as we climb and scramble our way up to the top of McClellan Butte near. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Mt. (77), Comments More than a few remaining old-growth trees and a soft tread make this a well-rounded hike whether it is a training hike or your weekend reward. This was a BLAST! These days, however, ATV dealers are so busy they often forget to give first-time buyers information on where they can ride their new vehicles. Have lift, medium, 4x4 sometimes depending, just access roads, minimal camping, water crossing steep dip. Saw sign of elk and bear. To learn more about the riding opportunities in your area, check with your nearest BLM office. Travel .3 of a mile on gravel FS Road #55. According to the map we were in the right place, but we turned around at the Private Property, No Trespassing, and Beware of Dog signs. Latitude: 42.94844 Longitude: -122.63074 At a Glance General Information Directions: First visit - made it to the snow line. The actual summit is a rock-scramble, but the views and the flower-packed west facing slope near the top can be enjoyed without making the true top. The trails in the Diamond Mill of the Tillamook State Forest area are mostly single track trails for motorcycle use only. After 0.6 miles, the McClellan Butte Trail intersects wtih an abandoned forest road-trail. Carry spare batteries for your GPS, and a power cord to plug your mobile device into the 12v outlet or USB port of your ATV. Cross-country motorized use, for any reason including game retrieval is not allowed designated roads or trails, as shown on the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM). connected to the .gov website. Have lift, medium, 4x4 sometimes depending, just access roads, minimal camping, water crossing steep dip. Mammals include mountain goats, cougars, black bears, squirrels, and pikas. I had tons of fun! Great time. Turn left and follow the road approximately 0.7 miles, crossing Alice Creek over an old a concrete culvert. United States. 42404 SE North Bend Way The decals are valid from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31 of the following year. No stock or bicycles above the Iron Horse Trail. Caution should be implemented when using cooking stoves, especially during Summer months and dry periods when fire danger increases.The McClellan Butte Trail is typically not recommended during months of snow-cover, due to extremely high avalanche dangers. Ask your powersports dealer for the names of local clubs where you live. That area is definitely challenging. (ATVs, Motorcycles & ROVs)Childress/Childress County(ATVs, ROVs & Motorcycles)White River Reservoir (just West of Spur, Texas)/Crosby County2880 FM 2794Spur, TX 79370806-263-4240, (ATVs, Motorcycles & ROVs)Lubbock County9999 High Meadow RoadLubbock, TX 79404806-747-3353, (ATV's & Motorcycles only)Silverton/Briscoe County139 South Mackenzie RoadSilverton, TX 79257806-633-4335, (ATV's & Motorcycles only)Pampa/Gray CountyBlack Kettle Ranger DistrictRoute 1 Box 55BCheyenne, OK 73628580-497-2143, Moore & Potter CountiesLake Meredith National Recreation AreaFritch, TX 79036806-857-3151, (ATV's, Motorcycles, Full Sized OHV's, Dune Buggies & Sand Rails)Texas Off Roaders Association (TORA)806-679-9114, (ATVs, Motorcycles, ROVs & Full Sized OHV's)Near Ozona/Crockett County3285 County Road 406Ozona, TX 75645Lat: 3035'22.0" NLong: -10134'19.4" W325-206-4251, (ATVs & Motorcycles)Near Big Spring/Howard County10,000 East Moss Lake RoadBig Spring, TX 79760432-393-5246, (ATVs, Motorcycles, and ROVs)Near San Angelo/Tom Green CountyTwin Buttes Marina Park RoadSan Angelo, TX 76904325-656-2608325-657-4450, (Dune Buggies, ATV's & Motorcycles)Near Fabens/El Paso CountySan Felipe Road/CR 793Fabens, TX 79838. Very beautiful final payoff - 360 views, including an incredible Mt Rainier shot. Below are OHV venues located on public lands in Texas where OHV recreation is allowed and the Texas OHV decal is required. There is a sign instructing to turn right (north) for the McClellan Butte Trail.5) After 0.4 miles further, the abandoned forest road-trail (the McClellan Butte Trail during this section) intersects with the very wide Iron Horse State Park/John Wayne Trail. Street Prineville, OR 97754 Latitude/Longitude: 44.288562, -121.334252 Directions: The North Barr Trailhead is one of two trailheads in the Cline Buttes Central Motorized Trail Use Area. Turn right at the McClellan Butte trailhead sign. Some loose rock and places where extra clearance really helps. https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/mbs/alerts-notices, Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. Birds include eagles and pileated woodpeckers. Darrington, WA 98241 Scramble at the end for extra adrenaline rush and better views. I started at the old trailhead. Driving backwards wasnt awesome either but this was a pretty great time with some great scenic areas. 206S map. (360) 436-1155 Share sensitive information only nlsiipola 6 years, 8 months ago 479 9TH AVE. pschlais 6 years, 8 months ago McClellan Butte (7/16/16, 7:04:14AM) angelatravels 6 years, 9 months ago McClellan Butte. Trail is steep in this section and out in the sun, so it was nice . Purchase a Texas OHV decal by calling the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Customer Service Center (CSC): (512) 389-8917. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Parked car on forest road to cut short on some distance to do night hike and watch sunrise from top. ATV/ORV/OHV Filter. Great hike with snow on the last third. (360) 854-2553 Seattle, WA 98104. Lots of elevation the final 3 miles made it very challenging. At roughly 2.5 miles into the hike one needs to exercise caution around a series of avalanche chutes and snow bridges which can be undermined by flowing water. power line trails are fun to explore. Darrington, WA 98241 From Seattle, east on I-90 to exit 42 (Tinkham Road). Stick with it and power up the at-times steep trail. . When you make it past the rocks/cliff you can go about a couple of miles down. no reports have been added for Tinkham - McClellan Butte Connection yet, add a trail report. scramble at the top with some nice views of alpine lakes wilderness peaks and Rainier. updates, images, or resources. Sometimes maybe dont look down. The prime timeframe to climb McClellan Butte is between mid-July and mid-Autumn, while snow is not present on the mountain and/or avalanche dangers have passed. These snow runnels can be quite dangerous and hard-packed with snow. The Whitetail-Pipestone OHV Area in Montana is typical of the large public-land areas in the West that are managed by the BLM and the USFS. Purchase a Texas OHV decal by calling the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Customer Service Center (CSC): (512) 389-8917. Map Information, Mt. For current trail conditions, contact the the North Bend Ranger Station at 425-888-1421 (Seattle 206-622-8378).The City of Seattle/Cedar River Watershed Ecological Reserve is located southwest of McClellan Butte Trail. United States government. Some loose rock and places where extra clearance really helps. When the trail ends, a short rock scramble leads to the summit and views of peaks in the I-90 corridor and Snoqualmie Pass. Questions? Details for each include open/closed status, rules and regulations, trail miles, difficulty level, local services, directions, plus photos and videos submitted by riders. (360) 677-2414 Got above the haze today - just felt amazing. No bugs at the end of August. 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