Parking
From Sitkum-Sol Duc Road (FS-29), follow FR 2902 and continue onto FR 2913. The unmarked trailhead is on the right near the end of FR 2913, about 2.3 miles beyond its junction.
Overview
About North Snider-Jackson Primitive Trail
Why go
- A direct wilderness link to the Bogachiel River Trail.
- Can be extended into a longer westbound shuttle hike.
Heads up
- The unmarked start and remote far-end junction take planning.
- The Calawah ford can become hazardous after heavy rain or snowmelt.
Map & elevation
The route
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Full mapElevation522–1,680 ft
Plan your hike
Before you go
Parking
Safety
6 active Olympic alerts
- CautionUS 101 Hoh River Bridge reduced to one laneUS 101 at the Hoh River Bridge is restricted to one lane of alternating traffic; obey the signals and 25 mph speed limit.Official details
- ClosureStaircase wilderness trails and campsites remain closedWilderness trails and campsites around Staircase remain closed during recovery from the Bear Gulch Fire; the developed Staircase area, including the Rapids Loop, campground, and ranger station, is…Official details
The highest, rockiest slopes around here are a summer buffet for grizzly bears.
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Trail guide
Hiking North Snider-Jackson Primitive Trail
One way across the ridgeNorth Snider-Jackson Primitive Trail is a 6.
North Snider-Jackson Primitive Trail is a 6.3-mile, one-way wilderness route from the unmarked trailhead near the end of FR 2913 to its junction with the Bogachiel River Trail. It climbs through remote forest toward the ridge and pass, then drops toward the Bogachiel. Allow about four to five hours one way. This suits hikers comfortable with a primitive backcountry route; the trailhead has no sign to confirm you have found the start.
Choose how to finishThe 6.3 miles is one way. Turning around at the Bogachiel junction makes about a 12.
The 6.3 miles is one way. Turning around at the Bogachiel junction makes about a 12.6-mile day, and there is no road at the far end. For a through-hike, a longer 12.5-mile shuttle itinerary continues west along the Bogachiel River Trail to its trailhead. That is a different route from the segment mapped here, which ends at the junction.
Crossings and rulesA ford of the Calawah River is part of the route and can become hazardous after heavy rain or…
A ford of the Calawah River is part of the route and can become hazardous after heavy rain or seasonal snowmelt. The tread is primitive, with no trailhead signage, and the park does not recommend it for stock. Dogs are not allowed on this wilderness trail. Overnight trips need a wilderness permit year-round, and food, garbage, drinks and scented items must go in a park-approved bear canister.
Wildlife
Wildlife in Olympic
710 sightingsOlympic MarmotMost seen around 11 AMSighting map
30 sightingsHumpback WhaleMost seen around 6 PMSighting map
42 sightingsGrey WhaleMost seen around noonSighting map
23 sightingsMountain LionMost seen around 8 PMSighting map
71 sightingsMountain GoatMost seen around 7 AMSighting map
306 sightingsBald EagleMost seen around 11 AMSighting mapSighting maps show where each species has been reported across Olympic. Wildlife moves, so no sighting is guaranteed.
