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    Hikes/United States/Washington State/Wenatchee National Forest

    Esmeralda Basin Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    4.5-6.5h
    Distance
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    14.0 km
    Elevation
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    780 m
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    Esmeralda Basin is a beautiful spot, especially when the fall colors arrive. The trail is dotted with wildflowers, berries, and small creeks. This hike is 14.0 km long, moderately difficult, and easy to follow. Expect moderate traffic. There is also the option to hike Esmeralda Basin as a loop.

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    Route Description for Esmeralda Basin Trail

    Esmeralda Basin is surrounded by mountains, providing panoramic views over the scenery in all directions. It’s especially nice when autumn washes everything in red and gold. This hike doesn’t tend to get too busy and is easy to follow.

    Beginning from the trailhead, hike along the creek, staying left where a trail branches off to the right. You’ll gently switchback, then begin to gain a bit more elevation near the end of the creek. Stay left at the fork past the switchbacks and then make your way down into the basin. The trail ends where it connects to the Fortune Creek Jeep Trail. From here, turn back and retrace your steps.

    Getting to the Esmeralda Basin Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Esmeralda Basin is at the end of N Fork Teanaway Road.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      May-November

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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