Poch Ridge Trail

Total Miles
3.6

Elevation

1,350.33 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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Poch Ridge Trail
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Trail Overview

This 3.2-mile point-to-point trail begins at the Evans Creek Trailhead and connects to two more challenging trails. This trail is an easy trail with shallow mud holes and ruts along it. There is one optional obstacle which is a short steep hill climb. There are several great views of Mount Rainier along this trail.

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Poch Ridge Trail
Poch Ridge Trail

Difficulty

Expect mud holes and ruts up to 12 inches in depth.

History

Evans Creek Trailhead provides access to 40 miles of combined 4WD and motorcycle/quad trails of varying difficulty. This is a fee area and requires a US Forest Pass or Interagency Pass.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Jay Landes
Aug 26, 2024
2018 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Muddy/Wet
Entrance to trail has a barrier that limits vehicle width, JL with oversized tires fit through with a couple inches of clearance. Bottom section muddy and wet, dried up after a mile or so. Upper section overgrown and overhanging trail. Smaller washouts in upper section. Maintenance equipment on lower half, not blocking road.

Access Description

From Buckley, Washington, take State Highway 165 south for about 18 miles toward Wilkeson and Carbonado. The entrance to the ORV area is on the left (north) side of the road.

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