Naches Trail

Traversing the mountain spine of the Cascades, connecting western and eastern Washington, the Naches Trail is a demanding trail known for its technical terrain, stunning alpine scenery, and deep historical roots. Naches began as a Native American trade route and later served as a settler wagon trail, a military route, and a cattle path. The Longmire wagon party crossed it in 1853, and Jeep clubs revived it in the 1950s, preserving its legacy as an offroad trail. Though once proposed as a state highway, it remains undeveloped, offering a raw driving experience that winds through dense forests, opens to sweeping ridgelines with views of Mount Rainier, and passes through peaceful meadows. Proudly wearing the distinction as a Jeep Badge of Honor, Naches is a seasonal trail that delivers a blend of challenge, beauty, and heritage that defines Pacific Northwest off-roading.