Mt. Forgotten Meadows – Perry Creek Trail #711

Mt. Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest

Home Definitions How Much Sites Mt. Forgotten Meadows Mountain Loop Hwy Back to Everett Area Page	This 3.8 mile hike is rated as “Most Difficult” by the National Forest Service. The trailhead has an elevation of 2100 feet above sea level and the trail climbs 2900 feet in its 3.8 mile length to 5000 feet above sea level. The first part of the trail is 1.9 miles long and takes you to Perry Creek Falls. The trail is rocky and climbs continuously through timber and open talus (rock debris at the base of a cliff) slopes that contain an assortment of ferns. In the open areas you get views of many water falls across the valley. The Falls mark the end of this section of the trail and offer a beautiful spot to rest and even have a picnic. From the falls the trail enters old growth forest for about 1.7 miles to where it comes out in a mountain meadow. Although the trail goes on, this is the end of any old growth forest. Perry Creek was recently established as a Research Natural Area because of the unique plant communities and an especially large array of uncommon plants. For this reason, overnight camping and campfires are not recommended. Hikers are asked to remain on the established trails. A Northwest Forest Pass is required for each vehicle parked at the trailhead.
	Mt. Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest Mt. Forgotten Meadows – Perry Creek Trail #711 http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/recreation/activities/trails/drd/drd_0711.htm
	Directions: At milepost 61.6 on our Mountain Loop Highway guide turn right (north) on the Perry Creek Road #4063. Go up the Perry Creek Road for 1.0 miles to the trailhead. There is limited turn around and parking at the trailhead. The Perry Creek Road #4063 is also on the right 15.2 mi. east of the Verlot Public Service Center. Recreationists are reminded that a Northwest Forest Pass is required at trailheads in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Hikers can buy a $30 annual pass or a $5 day pass at Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Ranger Stations. Passes are also available at local vendors or can be ordered by calling (toll free) 1-800-270-7504 or ordered on-line through Nature of the Northwest.

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