The Badlands Trail begins 3 miles up Hatchery Creek and connects to Painter Creek 5 miles away. From the junction with the Hatchery Creek Trail, the trail climbs to 6200 feet, then switchbacks down from the ridge to a signed junction with the Painter Creek Trail at 5200 feet. However, a major fire came through here in recent years, rendering this trail nearly impossible to navigate without a GPS device or navigation skills.
Badlands Trail
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,200 feet
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
Northwest Forest Pass
The Badlands trail links Hatchery Creek to Painter Creek trails over it's 5 mile length. But a fire in recent years has rendered this trail nearly unnavigable.
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Hiking Badlands Trail
Badlands Trail
Map & Directions
Before You Go
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
Northwest Forest PassWTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.
