Recreation area

Crystal Creek Trailhead

Washington — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Provides access to: White Chuck Bench Trail 731

Getting there

From the Darrington Ranger District office, take the Mt. Loop Highway 20 along the west side of the Sauk River for 10 miles. Go left over the bridge on Forest Service road 22, to the White Chuck Boat Launch. Continue 0.75 miles to the small trailhead, parking is on the left.

Activities

  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.