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DECEPTION CREEK

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Skykomish, WA

47.71214
-121.19369
No Fee
Water can be treated or filtered from nearby water sources
Vault toilet(s)

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Explore lush moss-covered forest and vivid fall colors in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness and access the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. The first five miles gradually ascends the valley following Deception Creek where you can find established campsites

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

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Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

Weather (5-day)

Mon, Mar 2
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