Are there any ongoing maintenance issues on the trails?

Yes, there is ongoing work to update and replace puncheons through wetter areas on the trails. Signage was present as of [August 31](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-31.133926761430), indicating work was in progress, but no crews or direct closures were encountered.

What is the parking situation at the trailhead?

Parking is available at the 92nd Street Park lot, which is free, and the restrooms there were open and in good condition as of [August 31](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-31.133926761430). An alternative parking option is at the public library just east of the park.

What are the current bug conditions?

Bugs were not a significant issue as of [August 31](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-31.133926761430), with the reporter stating they were not too bad. Another report from [August 22](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-07.100326310480) explicitly stated there were no bugs.

Big Gulch

Q: What is the condition of the trail near the ravine?

As of [August 31](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-31.133926761430), a section of the west fork trail near the far west end is narrow and sloughing off into the steep ravine. This may be a concern for some hikers, although it was considered passable by the reporter.

Puget Sound and Islands

updated 3 weeks ago

Current conditions for Big Gulch are mostly good, with some minor issues. The trails are snow-free. Parking is available at the 92nd Street Park lot and the public library, and restrooms at the park are open. There is ongoing work to replace puncheons in wetter areas, with some signage present, but no direct closures were reported as of August 31. A section of the west fork trail near the far west end is narrow and sloughing into the ravine, which may be challenging for some. Sewer vents along the trail were noted as having a strong odor as of August 22, and the nearby water looked questionable. The ravine itself is described as lush and green with large trees and old cedar stumps. Wildlife, including woodpeckers and squirrels, has been observed.

Generated from 11 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Big Gulch

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 3 weeks ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

No trip reports on this trail in 3 weeks, so everything below is at least that old.

As of August 31, a section of the west fork trail near the far west end is narrow and sloughing off into the steep ravine. This may be a concern for some hikers, although it was considered passable by the reporter.