Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail
Palouse to Cascades State Park, Kittitas County, WA
Point-to-point trail in Palouse to Cascades State Park, Kittitas County, WA. Cross-country skiing & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 17.4 mi (28 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 791 ft (241 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 5 min
- High point
- 2,602 ft (793 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Roaring Creek Campground 12 mi (19.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Cold Creek Campground 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Lake Keechelus Trailhead 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from start
- Toilets: Hyak 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
- Trailhead: Hyak Trailhead 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
- Bike repair station 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
- Picnic area 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
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Questions about Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail
How long is Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail is 17.4 mi (28 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 5 min. It climbs 791 ft (241 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,602 ft (793 m).
How hard is Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
Parking at the start. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 17.1 mi (27.5 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 12 mi (19.3 km), 15.4 mi (24.8 km), 16.2 mi (26.1 km).
Is Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (88% under trees).
What can you do on Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: gravel.
Where can you eat near Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail?
Easton Saloon, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Hitching Post, 0.2 mi (0.4 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Palouse to Cascades State Park 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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