Douglas Creek
Palisades, Washington
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47°27'44.8"N 119°52'23.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Washington |
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More Information
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Palisades, Washington
- Head northeast on Palisades Rd toward Trails End Rd (3.0 mi)
- Turn left onto Moses Coulee Rd SW (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto Slack Canyon RdDestination will be on the right(1.8 mi)
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