Sleeping Beauty Trail
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Sleeping Beauty Trail
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Head up Sleeping Beauty Trail for a peek of the beauty of this corner of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This trail is only 2.4mi long, but it’s quite steep and a bit narrow in sections. It’s not the best choice for small children but it’s suitable for most skill levels. On a clear day, the view is awesome!
Getting there
The trailhead for Sleeping Beauty Trail is on Forest Road 40.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | May-November |
| Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
| Family friendly | Older Children only |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | High |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Sleeping Beauty Trail
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Sleeping Beauty Trail Description
This short but steep hike will get your legs working en route to the summit of Sleeping Beauty. With fabulous views over the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this is a great hike if you want to work hard instead of work long.
Users note that to find the trailhead, you will need to stay right at the fork on 8810 and look for a sign for the trail. If you end up on a dirt road, you missed the required right turn.
Beginning from the trailhead, the trail starts with a warm-up climb before steepening, heading almost straight up before a few narrow switchbacks help you out. It’s a bit of a grind, but you’ll be on the final switchbacks to the top in no time. Take a moment to relax and enjoy the view before retracing your steps to the trailhead.
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