Pilchuck Tree Farm - Arlington, WA

This trail is pretty far North of those of us in Clark County, however, it's worth posting here for anyone looking for an overnight adventure. It's definitely on my trail to-do list for this summer!

This is a shared use trail so be prepared to encounter a few bikers and hikers.

Directions:
I-5 north from Seattle (south from Bellingham) to Arlington exit. Head East about 4 miles to highway 9. Turn left on 9. follow 1.8 miles until you see very steep off shoot on the right. Follow up to trail head.

NOTE from Back Country Horseman Regarding USAGE:

Please, please, please spread the word to everyone you know who rides at the Pilchuck treefarm. This is private property. They grow AND HARVEST TREES.

They are currently logging some of the areas that are most actively used by trail riders. STAY AWAY FROM THE ACTIVE LOGGING OPERATIONS!

Do not use this as an opportunity to bomb proof your horses. Stay far away from operating machinery. One of the operators had to shut down his machine because a woman kept moving her horse closer to his machine and the horse was freaking out. It is extremely unsafe.

Also, respect the vehicles on the logging roads. They always have the right of way. Remember, you are a guest on their private property. Earlier this winter a tree farm employee was hauling gravel to the work party location (they paid for the transportation and gravel for our us). There were several women riding their horse down the middle of the road and refused to get out of the way.

We are on the verge of getting the tree farm shut down, at least while they are logging, if people don't respect the rights of the Pilchuck tree farm management. It's their property. They are extremely worried about riders getting hurt and the liability. They do not have to let us into their property. Please pass this message onto everyone you know who rides at the tree farm.

Happy Trails!