The Whitehorse Trail runs for 27 miles along an old railroad grade, connecting the towns of Arlington and Darrington. The route generally follows Highway 530 and the North Fork Stillaguamish River as it approaches the cascade foothills.
The trail is intended for hikers, bikers, and horseback riders and makes a great option for strolling away from the traffic of the highway. From Arlington, you can connect to the Centennial Trail. Most visitors choose not to travel the entire length of the trail, instead opting for a couple popular segments: Swede Heaven to Darrington, or Arlington to Trafton.
Whitehorse Trail
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Map & Directions
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Length
- 27.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,305 feet
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Highest Point
- 559 feet
The Whitehorse Trail runs for 27 miles along an old railroad grade, connecting the towns of Arlington and Darrington. The route generally follows Highway 530 and the North Fork Sauk River as it approaches the cascade foothills.
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Hiking Whitehorse Trail
Whitehorse Trail
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
Trail Segment Closed: The three miles between Arlington and Trafton is closed until a landslide can be fixed.
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
NoneWTA 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.
Getting There
driving directions
Eastern terminus in Darrington: From highway 530 in Darrington, turn north on Railroad Ave. for about 0.3 mile. Where the road turns to gravel take a slight right into the obvious parking area.
Other trailheads are at Fortson Mill, Miller Shingle, and Trafton.
Take Transit
This trailhead is accessible by bus! Plan your visit by bus using TOTAGO, or consult the schedule for Community Transit route 230.
Stop at the intersection of Highway 530 and Seeman Street, which is about half a mile from the trailhead.
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