State: Washington
Location: Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Length, One-Way: 0.8 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Minimum Elevation: 1300 feet
Maximum Elevation: 2200 feet
Best Season: May to November
Difficulty: Difficult
Usage: Light
View from Gorge Lake Trail
Trail Information
The Big Slide Primitive Trail connects with Trapper Creek Trail and Observation Trail, providing the opportunity for a great loop in the Trapper Creek Wilderness. The trail has a very steep grade, poor tread and is difficult to follow. This trail is recommended for experienced hikers only. If you attempt to snowshoe this grade, you will find it more than tiring, so be in y our best condition.
Directions
From Carson:
Take the Wind River Highway (County Route 30) north to the forest boundary. Continue on County Route 30 to Forest Road 5401. Take FR 5401 approximately four miles to the Trapper Creek Trail Trailhead. The Big Slide Primitive Trail is accessed from Trapper Creek Trail (#192) and Observation Trail (#132).
