Sherman Creek
Kettle Falls, Washington
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48°34'45.7"N 118°14'26.1"W Maps | Directions |
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Whitewater
One of the best hiking options in the 90,000-acre Capitol State Forest, the Sherman Creek Loop travels up and down two visually appealing valleys. No grand views or grand forest here - just miles of tranquil woods and creekside walking and some historic relics from the golden age of logging. Equestrians and mountain bikers share these trails, but crowding isn't an issue. Come during the week and have this place to yourself.
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Capitol State Forest - Sherman Creek Loop
This is one of the longest hike options in Capitol State Forest -- weaving through wooded valleys and along quietly flowing creeks, visitors here may discover not only natural wonders but also relics from the time that this area was the home of many a logging show.
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/sherman-creek
- 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 Kettle Falls, Washington
- Head west on US-395 N/E 3rd Ave toward Meyers StContinue to follow US-395 N(3.7 mi)
- Turn left onto WA-20 W (7.7 mi)
- Turn left onto Bangs Mountain Rd/NF-136Destination will be on the right(0.1 mi)
From Seattle take I-5 south to exit 95. Follow Maytown Road west for 3 miles until reaching the small town of Littlerock. At a stop sign proceed west on Littlerock Road, which soon turns left. Bear right here onto 128th Ave, following sins for Capitol State Forest. In less than 1 mile turn left at the T intersection on Mima Road and after 1.5 miles turn right onto Bordeaux Road. Follow the paved road for 3.5 miles until the fork in the road. Bear right and following the D line for 0.6 mile to a four-way intersection on a hill crest. turn right onto the the D-4000 Line and follow this good gravel road for 2 miles to its junction with the D-5000 Line, where you find the trailhead.
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