12.8 hr
Overview
The Tarbell Trail is a 22 ¼ mile loop in Washington's Yacolt Burn State Forest. The route runs across the western slopes of Silver Star Mountain , ascends Larch Mountain , and then drops into the Cold Creek and Rock Creek valleys. Much of the land has been logged, and there will be clearcuts in various stages of regeneration as well as a few stands of old timber. You may encounter trail detours around logging operations, or a section of the trail may be closed for several months. There are mileage markers beginning at the Tarbell Trailhead that notify you of your progress. Highlights of this strenuous loop include Hidden Falls , views of Mount Saint Helens as you ascend Larch Mountain , and lush forest in the creek drainages. The Tarbell Trail is shared with mountain bikers and horses, so be prepared to make way when occasion arises. There's a campground at Rock Creek if you are making this a two-day excursion. The mileage and elevation gain given includes a one-mile detour to the summit of Larch Mountain as well as the short distance from the Tarbell Trailhead to the 0-mile marker of the Tarbell Trail.
Trail Stats
37.8 km
1248 m
1067 m
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