Crooked Creek
AQI 131 · unhealthy-sensitiveEastern Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
MudReported on trail
“Woo-hoo, the bridge over Crooked Creek is back!”
Last report: Jul 5, 2025
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
Jul 5, 2025
5 night, 52 mile loop starting from Panjab TH, taking Turkey Creek to Oregon Butte, Smooth Ridge trail to Wenaha River, Crooked Creek and Melton Creek up to Diamond Peak, then the Mt Misery trail back to the Oregon Butte and back out via Turkey again. NF47 is in good condition the whole way.
Mar 28, 2024
Woo-hoo, the bridge over Crooked Creek is back! The original bridge was lost in the 2015 Grizzly Complex Fire, and Crooked Creek can be a very tricky crossing in the early season without a bridge.
Sep 23, 2023
Three Forks trail: Great condition down to the river. Nice views.
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