Lake Valhalla
yesterday
Fall colors are vibrant, roads are rough
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Dirty Face Lookout and Peak
Central Cascades
updated 2 months ago
The trail to Dirty Face Peak was reported closed due to fire activity as of July 24. Prior to the closure, reports from mid-July indicated the trail was in good condition and snow-free. Hikers encountered approximately 60 trees down on the trail, requiring them to climb over or under them, but otherwise found the path clear on July 19. The road was suitable for all vehicles, and bug activity was minimal on the trail, though more noticeable at the peak.
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The trail was reported closed due to fire activity as of July 24. It is recommended to check current conditions before planning a visit.
As of July 19, the trail was in good condition with about 60 trees down that hikers had to navigate over or under. The trail was otherwise clear.
Bugs were not too bad on the trail as of July 19, although there were more insects reported at the peak.
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Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
We hiked Dirty Face today, and on our return we noticed that they had closed the trail because of fire activity. Hike is closed, so check back before making the climb.
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Lovely day for a hike up to the peak. Only 3 cars at the trailhead at 9am. As others have noted, had to climb over or under about 60 trees down on the trail but otherwise was a great hike. Lots of bug...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
What a great day to be outside. The solitude we had on the mountain for a Sunday was fantastic. I have been looking at this trail for a while. Today the stars have allinged. There were an abundant am...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Road to trail is basically entirely on paved road. I decided to be lazy and have a late start around 1120, the trailhead still had a couple of spots left.Trail conditions:- A lot of the blowdowns were...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
The trail clear for the first 2 miles then there are many blowdowns to negotiate. Most of them are pretty simple climb over/under. A couple require thought and care.Intermittent snow on trail starting...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
We headed up Dirty Face with our two boys today. A few down trees will slow you down a bit Otherwise, the trail is in great shape. The last half mile has patches of snow, which was doable in trail run...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Such a great workout today!We arrived at the trailhead at 8:30a and there was one car in the parking lot. There's a restroom at the trailhead. Please note that you would need the Northwest Forest Pass...
Older8 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Trail was covered in hard pack snow for the first three miles, was able to hike in just boots without post holing. After the first three miles snow shoes are necessary and the trail was hard to see. I...
Older16 months ago
Central Cascades
I decided to try to access the trail from the Pole Ridge forest service road rather than the lower trailhead to cut out some elevation. The Pole Ridge road is quite rough - high clearance is essential...
Older17 months ago
Central Cascades
Phenomenal trip as Ngie and I got to the summit of the main Dirtyface Peak. This trip report is for the straight up approach from Silverly Creek. We parked at the intersection of the Lake Wenatchee Hi...