Have the reported log obstacles been cleared from the trail?

A large tree at the 2-mile mark was noted on [September 19](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-21.212138698151) as an obstacle. However, the Gray Wolf Trail Crew cleared a 41" diameter log two miles up from the lower trailhead on [October 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-21.070356474636), and another small log further in. A log approximately 2 miles in was also cleared on October 20.

Are there any significant water crossings or bridges that may be an issue?

A new, robust footlog was installed over Jolley Creek by the Gray Wolf Trail Crew between [October 9](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-13.185541031155) and October 11. A horse ford was also cleared downstream of this log.

What is the general condition and accessibility of the road leading to the trailhead?

The road to the trailhead is consistently reported as suitable for all vehicles in recent trip reports from [October 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-21.070356474636), [October 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-14.141952580203), October 9, October 9, September 19, August 8, and August 8. One older report from August 7 described the road as "rough but passable."

Lower Big Quilcene River

Q: What is the current status of motocross activity on the trail?

Multiple reports from [October 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-14.141952580203) and October 9 indicate significant motocross activity, with one hiker describing it as "endless motocross bike spewing 2 stroke stench and noise" and advising hikers to find a different trail. It is suggested that the US Forest Service may have designated the trail for motocross racing.

Olympic Peninsula

updated 3 weeks ago

The Lower Big Quilcene River trail is currently experiencing significant motocross activity, with reports from October 14 and October 9 highlighting noise and dust. Despite this, the trail itself is generally in good condition. A large log at the 2-mile mark, noted on September 19, was reported to be cleared by the Gray Wolf Trail Crew on October 20. Another significant log approximately 2 miles in was also cleared on October 20, with a previous report on October 9 indicating it was manageable to squeeze under. Fall colors are emerging, with descriptions of "lovely fall color" noted on October 9. The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles.

Generated from 56 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Lower Big Quilcene River

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

Multiple reports from October 14 and October 9 indicate significant motocross activity, with one hiker describing it as "endless motocross bike spewing 2 stroke stench and noise" and advising hikers to find a different trail. It is suggested that the US Forest Service may have designated the trail for motocross racing.