Established Camping
Thunder Creek Trailhead #526
Thunder Creek Trailhead #526 is located near the northeastern region of Washington, characterized by forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures in this area typically range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Colville National Forest and the Kettle River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
US Forest Service
Colville National Forest
The first 2.2 miles of trail follows an old roadbed then enters the Salmo-Priest Wilderness Area. Travel through stands of old-growth cedar and hemlock. Trail connects to Shedroof Cutoff Trail #511 and Shedroof Divide Trail #512 to create a 14-mile loop trail system. No motorized or mechanized equipment is allowed within the Wilderness area.
Location
Thunder Creek Trailhead #526 is located in Washington
Directions
From Metaline Falls, WA: Head northeast on Grandview St toward International Selkirk Loop N/Lehigh Ave for 49 feet. Turn right onto WA-31 N/International Selkirk Loop N/Lehigh Ave for 2.1 miles. Turn right onto Sullivan Lake Rd fo r4.8 miles. Turn left onto NF-22/Sullivan Creek Rd for 5.3 miles. Slight left onto NF-2220/Sullivan Creek Rd for 6.7 miles. Google map directions from Metaline Falls, WA From Ione, WA: Head west on Main St toward S 2nd Ave/International Selkirk Loop N for 174 feet. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto WA-31 S/S 2nd Ave/International Selkirk Loop S continue to follow WA-31 S/International Selkirk Loop S for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Elizabeth Ave/Sullivan Lake Rd continue to follow Sullivan Lake Rd for 0.4 miles. Turn left to stay on Sullivan Lake Rd for 12.4 miles. Turn right onto NF-22/Sullivan Creek Rd for 5.3 miles. Slight left onto NF-2220/Sullivan Creek Rd for 6.7 miles. Google map directions from Ione, WA
Coordinates
48.90111105 N
117.08138955 W
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 32 min from Spokane
- 2 hrs 39 min from Coeur d'Alene
- 4 hrs 16 min from Lewiston
- 5 hrs 14 min from Wenatchee