Coyote- FS 5210023

Total Miles
1.3

Elevation

820.95 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

At the edge of Mount Reiner, nestled in the Gifford Pinchot Forest just south of the Nisqually River, Coyote hides along Forest Road 52 just a few miles up Berry Falls. It is a densely forested road containing a few campsites and ending in a large campsite and quarry capable of hosting many people. Little Coyote along this path is no longer accessible, but a campsite is nestled where it once began. If you are looking for an adventurous trail not too far from civilization where you can practice target shooting, this is an excellent trail to test your abilities. There were no visible paths to any creek and no easy water access.

Photos of Coyote- FS 5210023

Coyote- FS 5210023
Coyote- FS 5210023

Difficulty

The trail is single-wide in most spots. The ground is solid, and pot holes are under 5 inches.

History

Local rangers have considered shutting these trails down in the past as human waste has become challenging to keep up with, be prepared to pack out what you bring in as well as extra garbage if you can. If you are shooting, please pack out your shells as well.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Access Description

Traveling west from Elbe Washington, which is your last chance for fuel, pass through Ashford following National Park Highway 706 until you reach Kernahan Road East on your right. Follow Kernahan Road East which will become Skate Creek Road North and then will become Forest Road 52. The opening to Berry Falls, the trail will come on your right-hand side. Follow Berry Falls until the trail for Coyote opens on your right-hand side.

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