This is a very well maintained trail that follows along Tunnel Creek Rd. Continue along this road until you take the first spur trail to the left up to the summit. It is regularly traveled by people of all ages and skill levels. There is about 500 ft of elevation gain over one mile making this a moderately challenging hike! To make this hike a loop, you can connect to the hidden beach trail that heads towards the lake and connects to the East Shore trail. During the summer months, this trail is great to do around sunset as the trail is easy to follow and you have stunning views of the lake from the top.
Grab lunch at the Tunnel Creek Cafe or rent a bike at the Flume Trail Bikes right behind the cafe!
Paid parking is available in front of Tunnel Creek Cafe. Parking at this lot is free after 7 pm.
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Trail access is located behind Tunnel Creek Cafe, along Tunnel Creek rd.
Bear activity is high in this area. Keep (people) (pets) (property) safe. Keep bears wild. For more information on the BearWise campaign, visit the Recreate Responsibly page, or click on this link to learn how to be BearWise in the outdoors.
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