South Fork Gold Creek

South Fork Gold Creek is a nice, leisurely ride through the forest. The route travels along parts of the Okanogan-Wenatchee Forest that were recently affected by fires; likely the Chelan Complex of August 2015, which claimed over 54,000 acres. Despite all of the damage the fires caused, the forest is beginning to recover. Among the tall, burnt trees, new foliage is arriving, ensuring a future for the forest. It’s an easy, gentle connecting route well suited for expanding your day trip or overlanding journey. This trail is part of the Washington Cascade Overland Route. Visit Overlanding Across Washington for more information, including which trails to take next.