Cyclone Lookout, Flathead National Forest, May 15, 2023 – W. K. Walker
The snow is coming off way early this spring. We cleared Cyclone Lookout Trail #40 yesterday, May 15, about two weeks earlier than last year. There were a few patches of snow up top, but nothing of any consequence.
Mud Lake from Glacier View Mtn Tr#381, April 15, 2023 – W. K. Walker
Things are starting to melt out in the backcountry. The first 1.7 miles (2.7km) of Glacier View Mtn Trail #381 are open (after removing a minor blow-down and some light brushing out). Here’s a view of Mud Lake from up there…
First Aid/CPR/AED class at Sondreson Hall, April 11, 2023 (intro) – W. K. Walker
North Fork Trails arranged for a special early-season First Aid/CPR/AED class to provide certification to people who needed it prior to attending the upcoming May 13 chainsaw course. Several others signed up, too.
As usual, the event was customized for the North Fork’s unique, off-grid conditions that make local residents the first responders to almost all emergencies. And, as usual, it was a great success. Kudos to instructor Bob Lee who always does a great job covering a lot of material in a straightforward, accessible fashion
T26-T3-PNT Intersection Sign, July 11, 2020 – W. K. Walker
The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT) runs through the North Fork from the Polebridge area westbound along trails 3 and 26 to Mt. Locke where it drops off the Whitefish Divide into the Kootenai National Forest . . .
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public input regarding a management plan for a 1,200-mile hiking trail that stretches from the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean.
The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail starts in Glacier National Park, passes through Northern Idaho and then ends in Olympic National Park in Washington.
While the trail has existed since the 1970s, Congress only approved legislation for the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail in 2009, adding it to the National Trails System. Other designated trails include the Pacific Crest Trail and the Appalachian Trail.
T26-T3-PNT Intersection Sign, July 11, 2020 – W. K. Walker
From the official press release . . .
Portland, Ore. (March 16, 2023) – The USDA Forest Service has announced the launch of the public review and comment period for the draft comprehensive plan (CP) for the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT) and its associated environmental assessment (EA). The 30-day comment period will begin today.
Chain Lake Trail #377 Trailhead, June 25, 2022 – W. K. Walker
The October 2022 Forest Service Trail Condition Reports for the Glacier View and Hungry Horse Ranger Districts have been posted to the website Trail Conditions page.
These reports contain a fair amount of useful information. Besides trail conditions, they include trail numbers, their official names and end-to-end mileages. The reports may also list information on trail and area closures, especially during fire season.
The current fire danger is MODERATE.
