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This trail is open to hiker, motorcycle, horse and bicycle use. No motorized use from March 1 to June 30.
This begins on Forest Road 8420 and climbs steeply to Big Creek and Cora Falls before reaching Cora Lake. Skirting the lake, it passes a junction with Teeley Creek Trail #251, enters a dense forest and climbs to its terminus on Forest Road 8440. Features include Cora Falls, Cora Lake, and High Rock.
From Packwood, WA. Follow Forest Road 52 (Skate Creek) north for 18.2 miles and turn left on Forest Road 84. Follow Forest Road 84 for 4.2 miles and turn right on Forest Road 8420. Follow Forest Road 8420 for 1.6 miles and arrive at the trail on your left.
Iv been camping up at Cora since I was 15. Now 53 iv spent many weekends hiking and exploring all around the lake. To me Cora is paradise on Earth.
Beautiful hike! Two creek crossings are a little tricky, but with a couple adults helping the kids we did just fine. Waterfalls were amazing!
Great for kids, dogs, and inexperienced hikers. Approximately 2 miles round-trip. Go on a sunny day mid-summer and the lake is a delight to swim in.
A steep yet short hike, it's spectacular every step of the way! In August, you'll be treated to a tadpole migration consisting of millions of tadpoles! Unique and fun!
Expect a 45 minute drive from the town of Eatonville.
