Region

Eastern Washington

Crab Creek: Columbia National Wildlife Refuge–Come join the sandhill cranes for their festival!

March 20, 2019 |

Quick Facts: Location: Columbia National Wildlife Refuge near Othello Land Agency: US Fish and Wildlife Service Roundtrip: 2.6 miles Elevation gain: 40 feet Contact: Columbia National Wildlife Refuge Notes: Dogs permitted on leash. Access: From Ellensburg take I-90 east to Exit 137. Then follow SR 26 for 25 miles east turning left onto SR 262.…

Swan Lake and Butte–listen to the cry of the loon

May 25, 2017 |

Quick Facts: NOTE: Road to Swan Lake has been damaged due to winter storms and may not be open. Call Republic Ranger District for road status (509) 775-7400 Location: Colville National Forest, near Republic Land Agency: US Forest Service Roundtrip: 3.1 miles Elevation gain: 360 feet Contact: Colville National Forest Notes: Dogs permitted on leash, but…

Gibraltar Trail– New trail offers wildflowers and solid views

June 26, 2014 |

Quick Facts: Location: Colville National Forest, Ferry County, Wa Land Agency: National Forest Service Roundtrip: 3.2 miles Elevation gain: 550 feet Contact: Colville National Forest, Republic Ranger District Notes: Trail is currently under construction. Check with ranger district on progress, changes and/or closures. Once completed, trail will be a loop over 12 miles long with…

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