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Pratt River Trail
Snoqualmie Region
updated 1 week ago
<0xC2><0xA0> The Pratt River Trail presents a mixed bag of conditions. While some sections, particularly the connector trail, have seen recent maintenance and are in good shape as of September 16, other parts remain significantly overgrown. Reports from August 10 and July 9 describe dense vegetation obscuring the trail tread, with trip reports from August 10 and August 2 specifically mentioning difficulty seeing the ground due to the overgrowth. Water crossings can also be challenging, with a deep creek crossing noted on August 10 and river fording being necessary in sections, as detailed in reports from September 5 and August 2. Despite these obstacles, the trail offers solitude and nice forest scenery for those willing to navigate the brush.
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What hikers ask about Pratt River Trail
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The trail is significantly overgrown in many sections, making it difficult to see the ground and navigate. Reports from August 10 and August 2 describe dense vegetation and brush, with one user recommending pants and patience for 'schwacking' through it. This condition was noted as recently as September 16 in some areas, though the connector trail had been brushed.
Yes, water crossings can be challenging. A deep creek crossing was reported on August 10, requiring some climbing to navigate. Fordable sections of the Pratt River are also present, with reports from September 5 and August 2 detailing the need to ford the river. Sandals and trekking poles were recommended for easier crossing.
Yes, some sections have seen recent work. The connector trail was brushed and had new turnpikes and a reroute as of September 16. However, other parts of the main trail have not been maintained for a while, leading to the noted overgrowth and downed trees.
Reports indicate downed trees and branches on the trail, particularly in less trafficked sections. As of July 12, there were an estimated 50 trees down between the Middle Fork and Pratt Lake, many of which could be managed with a folding saw. A multi-tree blowdown was also rerouted on the connector trail as of September 16.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
The connector trail is in the best shape since it was built over 10 years ago. It has seen some love recently with brushing the first mile or so, new turnpikes and a new reroute around a brushy multi-...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
My goal was to do a 10-mile round-trip trail run. I forded the river at Pratt Bar in my trail runners, which was fine, then headed down the trail. It took some route finding along the river with the o...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I got a late start today, around 9 a.m. to do a thru hike between the Pratt Lake trailhead and the Pratt River trailhead. The Pratt Lake Trail was in great shape and it was easy to get up to the ridge...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
We set out to attempt a trail run from Snoqualmie Middle Fork, up the Pratt River trail until the Pratt River crossing and then return back.The first 0.4 mile was flat and easy to follow to the river....
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I wasn't originally planning to check out this trail, but I'm so glad I did! I originally came out to North Bend to do Oxbow Loop (which was wonderful), but along that trail I met a couple who recomme...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Key pass success! We had two groups: one starting on I-90, Exit 47 Pratt Lake Trailhead, and the other starting in Middle Fork at the Pratt River ford crossing. Two of us hiked north, three others hik...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
If you're looking for stunning beauty and vistas, the Pratt River Trail may not be for you. If you're looking for solitude with some nice forests along the way, then it could be well be for you. The t...
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I hiked on Pratt River Trail via the connector. It was an incredibly beautiful day and there were lots of birds and other small critters out. On the trail I saw budding salmon berries and a few ripe o...
Older4 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
A friend and I set out to accomplish this loop with a goal of less than 24 Hours total elapsed time.Saturday May 23, 12:06PM - Began with the masses at the Snow Lake trailhead, left them behind upon r...
Older4 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I tried to take the Pratt River trail to get to Pratt Lake using the old trail, but ended up turning back.Starting from the Middlefork TH, the trail is in decent condition going to the backcountry cam...