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Trail · Twisp and Sawtooth

Martin Creek Trail

33.8 mi round trip4,493 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.

Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance33.8 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain4,493 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point7,264 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Martin Creek Trail is a 33.8-mile round trip, out and back from Crater Creek Trailhead. The route follows Eagle Lakes Trail #431, then Martin Creek Trail.

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What you need

Parking and passes

Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).

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Getting there

The hike starts at Crater Creek Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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