Baldy Trail is a 13.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Sequim, Washington that features a river and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from June until October.
Olympic National Park charges a fee to enter. Fees are $30 per vehicle or $25 per motorcycle. If you are entering on foot or bike the fee is $15 per person. You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $55. The trail is neither marked nor maintained. It begins near Slide Creek Camp on the Gray Wolf Trail. The trail is easily lost so one must pay attention.
Slab Camp is the closet parking.
August 4, 2020Trail was steep and the closer to the ridge you get, the more difficult it is to follow.
November 12, 2018I liked the trail, though I didn’t summit. The forest was dark after crossing the river/ bridge- felt like I was going to have a animal encounter. But didn’t see any animals. Initially, went to the wrong start at grey wolf which was disconnected due to a broken bridge. This start is at slab camp #838, which is correct.
July 22, 2018This is an amazing trail to hike. There is tons of wildlife, flowers and even snow in certain spots. You will encounter quite a bit of different terrain so be ready. Highly recommend carrying a weapon or two on this trail(gun, knife) as there are cougars and other potentially dangerous animals. All in all, it's a great hike.
August 9, 2013
First to ReviewNot an easy trail to follow but well worth the effort. There is a stream you will cross that is the only source for water. Depending on the time of year there may be patches of snow as a water source. Custom Correct's Buckhorn Wilderness map does show some of the trail but you are on your own after about 1.5 miles. The views are spectacular!
June 28, 2020May 25, 2020September 2, 2017
