Bogachiel River Trail

 

Bogachiel River

Jim Patterson

Notices
Description
Trail Conditions
Camping
Special Concerns
Safety

General Location: 10 miles southeast of Forks, WA

 

Notices:

• If you are hiking up into the Sol Duc/High Divide/Seven Lakes Basin/Mink Lake area, all food, garbage, and scented items must be stored in bear canisters.
• Numerous creek crossings are necessary that can be ankle- to knee-deep depending on water levels.

 

Description

Ecosystem type: Temperate rainforest
Trail tread types: Low maintenance
General elevation trend: Flat, moderate
River crossings: There are several creek crossings along this trail. These can be difficult or impossible to cross during high water.
Unique features: Temperate rain forest
Level of difficulty: Easy to moderate
Distance: 24.4 miles to the Mink Lake Trail junction
Elevation change: 400 feet to 4,130 feet
Best Season: May through September

 

Camping

Permits/Reservations: For the most up to date information on how to obtain a Wilderness Permit click here.
Food Storage Method: Bear canisters are required. All, food, garbage and scented items must be stored in bear canisters.
Location and sites: Bogachiel Camp, Flapjack, 15-mile, Hyak and various gravel bar areas along the river.
Toilet Facilities: None. Bury solid waste in a 6-8" deep cathole at least 200 feet from camp areas and water sources.
Water Source: Bogachiel River and various side streams. Always boil, filter, or chemically treat your drinking water to prevent getting Giardia.
Stock: Allowed, but recommended for very experienced stock and handlers. See Stock Use.

 

Special Concerns

Leave No Trace: Practice Leave No Trace during your stay to protect the resource and vegetation. Camp in established sites or on gravel bars.
Campfires: Campfires are prohibited above 3,500 feet. Where fires are allowed, leave no trace of your fire ring. Burn dead and down wood only.
Respect Wildlife: To protect bears and other wildlife, all food, garbage, and scented items must be secured from all wildlife in bear canisters.

 

Safety

• The Bogachiel River Trail can be difficult to follow along the upper portions above 15-Mile. Map & compass skills recommended.

 

Upper Bogachiel River Trail

Jim Patterson

 

Bogachiel River