About Wedekind
Wedekind is a easy hiking trail near Tumwater in Grays Harbor County, Washington.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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Wedekind
Tumwater, Washington · Grays Harbor County
Wedekind is a easy hiking trail near Tumwater in Grays Harbor County, Washington.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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46.95731, -123.16930
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Weather at Wedekind
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Fog
66°/54°
💧 8%🌬 14mph
↑ 5:42 AM ↓ 8:56 PM
Fri
Fog
65°/52°
🌬 14mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 8:55 PM
Sat
Fog
63°/50°
💧 9%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:54 PM
Sun
Light Drizzle
67°/53°
💧 15%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:45 AM ↓ 8:52 PM
Mon
Overcast
74°/48°
💧 2%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:46 AM ↓ 8:51 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Long-sleeve shirtSynthetic or merino, sun-protective.
- Light shell or windbreakerEven on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 14 mph).
- Hiking pants or convertibleLayer for variable conditions.
- Trail runners or low bootsComfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 6)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Washington
Trail conditions in Washington change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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