French Creek Trail
Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Skamania County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Skamania County, WA. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,217 ft (371 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 30 min
- High point
- 3,766 ft (1,148 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite 2 mi (3.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about French Creek Trail
How long is French Creek Trail?
French Creek Trail is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,217 ft (371 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,766 ft (1,148 m).
How hard is French Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for French Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on French Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is French Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on French Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for French Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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