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Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park Backcountry
Central Washington
updated 1 month ago
The backcountry at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park is currently reported to be quiet and free of bugs as of October 12. The trail itself is in good condition, and the snow has completely melted. Additionally, the road leading to the park is suitable for all vehicles. This area offers a peaceful escape, with only the sounds of nature and occasional wildlife like lizards.
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The trail at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park is reported to be in good condition as of October 12. There are no obstacles mentioned, and it is snow-free.
The road is suitable for all vehicles, as reported on October 12. There are no concerns about its condition or accessibility mentioned.
As of October 12, there were no bugs reported. Some lizards were seen, but they were quiet.
The backcountry is currently very quiet, with the only sounds being occasional songbirds and ravens, according to a report from October 12. It is a peaceful environment.
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Central Washington > Yakima
If you’re looking for the antidote to larch madness, try the Ginkgo back country. I had the place to myself today. It was quiet, except for the occasional song bird or raven. Saw some lizards but they...
Central Washington > Yakima
Trails not well marked. My trail head was about 0.5mile down Recreation Rd. Really just an old jeep trail that followed the draw and slowly climbed to the ridge overlooking the Columbia. Quiet walk,...
Central Washington > Yakima
This is a great time of year to visit this area. The flowers are blooming and we didn't see any bugs or snakes. The flowers were best on the ridge leading up to Sternberg Point. We also found some d...
Central Washington > Yakima
Speedwell and I did a 13 mile clockwise loop, see link. The flowers start slowly in Rocky Coulee, but there seems to be more lupine and showy phlox becoming established as you progress. The Pumphouse ...
Central Washington > Yakima
Huge thanks to Dan Hagberg for providing a trail map! Parked at the Rocky Coulee Recreation Area and got started ~11:30 AM. We passed two groups returning from their walks pretty early on, then saw no...
Central Washington > Yakima
Great driving conditions over Snoqualmie Pass today. Clear and dry. I parked in the lower lot near the vault toilet. Can’t report on conditions because I stopped at the rest area instead.My goal was t...
Central Washington > Yakima
Beautiful sunny day out at the Ginkgo State Park. The trailhead is a bit hard to find. We started the from the Rocky Coulee Recreation Area picnic area and went up the road until we got past the bar...
Central Washington > Yakima
Speedwell and I hiked along the Bluff trail and then out to an area that is thick with petrified wood (caltopo attached). An old 2-track leads to this area. At the end of the 2-track there are USGS ma...
Older11 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
We parked in the lower lot by the vault toilet. I can’t comment on the condition because we stopped at a rest area on the way there. I usually take the old jeep track by the gate, but this time we too...
Older12 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
I normally only hike Ginkgo Petrified Forest backcountry in April/May time frame and I usually see bighorn sheep. This was my first attempt at hiking late in the year.Driving toward Ginkgo, the sky wa...