Capitol State Forest - Mima Falls Loop
1 week ago
Mima Falls loop trail is dry with no bugs
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Upper South Fork Skokomish River
Olympic Peninsula
updated 1 month ago
The Upper South Fork Skokomish River trail is experiencing low river levels, making crossings more manageable. As of August 8, the river at the 2-mile mark was ankle-deep and could be rock-hopped, though one person still got wet. The trail itself is generally in good shape up to this point, with most blowdowns cleared and only a few brushy sections. However, as you get closer to the National Park boundary, the trail becomes significantly more overgrown and can be difficult to follow, especially through marshy areas. Hikers should be prepared for dense vegetation and potential route-finding challenges in these sections, as noted on July 31 and July 12. The road is reported to be suitable for all vehicles.
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As of August 8, the river at the 2-mile mark was ankle-deep and could be rock-hopped. While one attempt stayed dry, the second person got wet, so be prepared for some moisture.
The primary obstacles mentioned are overgrown sections, particularly past the 2-mile mark, and marshy areas where the trail can be difficult to follow. There are also a few tricky logs to climb over or go around, as noted on July 31.
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Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
We only went as far as the river crossing at the 2 mile mark but the trail up to that is in pretty good shape. Mostly logged out and only a few brushy stretches. The first bridge, over Rule Creek, i...
Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
I spent two nights at Sundown Lake via the Upper South Fork Skokomish Trail. Overall it was more of an adventure, mostly due to the overgrown trail (making it feel like much longer than anticipated), ...
Older2 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
Great trail/area for solitude, big trees, berries, and fluvial geomorphology observed. No other people in a full sunny summer day (7 hrs car to car to Lake Sundown). TR from May was spot on - several ...
Older4 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
The first section of the trail is gentle, so me and my friend jogged it. There are a couple log bridges to cross. A little brush leaning in, so we got damp, but the day was warm and it felt refreshing...
Older4 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
I usually try to get out here as soon as the wilderness gates open, but life conspired against me so I'm a few weeks behind schedule in making time for some of my favorite old growth forest. Last year...
Older17 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
It's always fun to be one of the first people out here as soon as the wilderness gates open. Forest Road 23 was recently graded, so it's probably as nice as it'll ever get; beyond that, FR2361 has a f...
Older24 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
Air was clear. Road has a few potholes coming in, and there was a lot of parking.Work party involved brushing and treading to ensure the trail was passable. Didn't notice too many hikers, but a few tr...
Older24 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
I was part of a WTA work party maintaining this trail. We hiked in about 1.25 miles to the Rule Creek footbridge. The bridge is slippery when wet and doesn't have handrails for the last 10 feet or so....
Older24 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
A gorgeous forest hike through amazing old growth Douglas Fir, Western red cedar, hemlock and pacific silver fir. Many trees are 7-9 feet in diameter and 250 + feet tall, including some impressive s...
Older25 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
Nice lush forest with big trees. We turned around at the ford - GAIA clocked this as 2.7 miles. Rocks were too slippery to cross on a damp day.FR23 is being graded after the pavement ends. Lots of pot...