Tucannon River - Rattlesnake Loop
AQI 107 · unhealthy-sensitiveEastern Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
MudReported on trail
“I did a three-day, 40-mile figure eight loop through the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness.”
Last report: Jun 11, 2024
Permits / Passes
RequiredNational Park Pass
RequiredNorthwest Forest Pass
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
Jun 11, 2024
I did a three-day, 40-mile figure eight loop through the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. Route: Day 1: Started at Rattlesnake TH.
Aug 29, 2019
Let me start by saying that I've never actually done this as a loop, but I have hiked all of the trail that makes up the loop. I'd read some of the reports and though I'd share a few things.
May 27, 2017
My note is specific to the directions listed for this trail. My group set out to hike the Rattlesnake loop but the directions listed will actually lead you to the Tucannon River Trail.
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