Tieton River Nature Trail
Central Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
“Was able to get about a mile west before the intersecting with a part of the river that washed out a portion of the trail, personally from this winter's flooding on 12.”
Last report: May 12, 2026
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
May 12, 2026
Beautiful, easy, mostly flat hike. Before large meadow, spring runoff had taken out the trail.
Apr 19, 2026
Easy. Wear Sunscreen minimal shade.
Feb 8, 2026
Started at suspension bridge and followed trail west along river. Was able to get about a mile west before the intersecting with a part of the river that washed out a portion of the trail, personally from this winter's flooding on 12.
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