Rainbow Creek Trail
Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, Chelan County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, Chelan County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 15.3 mi (24.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,894 ft (1,187 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 55 min
- High point
- 6,004 ft (1,830 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Rainbow Ford Camp 4.4 mi (7 km) from start
- Campsite: Bench Creek Camp 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Bowan Camp 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rainbow Creek Trail
How long is Rainbow Creek Trail?
Rainbow Creek Trail is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 55 min. It climbs 3,894 ft (1,187 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,004 ft (1,830 m).
How hard is Rainbow Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rainbow Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Rainbow Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 4.3 mi (6.9 km), 9.1 mi (14.6 km).
Is Rainbow Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (81% under trees).
What can you do on Rainbow Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rainbow Creek Trail?
Shop: Camp Stehekin Store, 0.8 mi (1.4 km).
Is this a good week for Rainbow 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.
Trails near Rainbow Creek Trail
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- Rainbow Loop Trail Lake Chelan National Recreation Area · Hard · 8.7 mi (13.9 km)
- Company Creek Trail Glacier Peak Wilderness · Expert · 10.2 mi (16.4 km)
- Devore Creek Trail Glacier Peak Wilderness · Expert · 13.6 mi (22 km)
- Stehekin River Trail Lake Chelan National Recreation Area · Moderate · 5.9 mi (9.6 km)
- Stehekin River Lake Chelan National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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