Spring Hiking Series: May Hikes

Field trip: Spring Hiking Series: Olympic River Rambler

Spring Hiking Series: May Hikes - Big Creek

*** Trip initially open to Spring Hiking Students. Trip will open for registration to all Mountaineers 7 to 10 days prior to the hike date. ***

  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,850 ft
  • Pace: 2.0 - 2.25 MPH

A moderate 7.5 mile hike with 1,850 ft in elevation gain just north of Lake Cushman. The trail goes counter-clockwise through the forests surrounding Big Creek.   We will visit the river and the viewpoint up the Mt Elinor trail.

We will meet at the Big Creek Campground Parking lot by the road at 8:45am for a 9:00 departure.  The gate & campground do not open until mid-May.

Route/Place

Big Creek Loop



  • Custom Correct Mount Skokomish - Lake Cushman

    Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
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