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Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead

Hoodsport, Washington · Mason County · Facility

Provides access to: Brown Creek Nature Loop Trail #877 a 0.8 mile accessible trail with interpretive signs and great wildlife viewing opportuinities.This trailhead is located adjacent to Brown Creek Campground along the shore of the South Fork Skokomish River near it's confluence with Brown Creek. There are six year-ro…

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About Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead

Provides access to: Brown Creek Nature Loop Trail #877 a 0.8 mile accessible trail with interpretive signs and great wildlife viewing opportuinities.This trailhead is located adjacent to Brown Creek Campground along the shore of the South Fork Skokomish River near it's confluence with Brown Creek. There are six year-round campsites outside the main campground along Forest Road 2340 along Brown Creek and South Fork Skokomish River.This trailhead provides a year-round accessible vault toilet. There is potable water available at this trailhead during the season only.

How to Get There

From Shelton, WA take US Highway 101 for 6 miles north. Then turn west onto the Skokomish Valley Road. Follow Skokomish Valley Road for about 8 miles to the forest boundary. Continue on Forest Service Road 23 for about another 5 miles to Forest Service Road 2353. Turn right and drive approximately ¾ mile to the South Fork Skokomish River Bridge. Cross the bridge and make a left turn onto Forest Service Road 2340. The trailhead will be on the right.

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Plan Your Visit to Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead

Heading to Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/250926) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Brown Creek Interpretive Trailhead?

From Shelton, WA take US Highway 101 for 6 miles north. Then turn west onto the Skokomish Valley Road. Follow Skokomish Valley Road for about 8 miles to the forest boundary. Continue on Forest Service Road 23 for about another 5 miles to Forest Service Road 2353. Turn right and drive approximately ¾ mile to the South Fork Skokomish River Bridge. Cross the bridge and make a left turn onto Forest Se…