Mountain Loop Highway, Pilchuck Road are now open

Published 11:05 pm Wednesday, June 3, 2009

DARRINGTON — The Mountain Loop Scenic Highway and Pilchuck Road opened Wednesday for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

“The sun may be out, but be careful,” warned Darrington District Forest Ranger Peter Forbes. “Snow still covers Pilchuck Trail, putting hikers at risk for getting lost.”

The Mountain Loop Highway provides access to popular trails and campgrounds.

Following the South Fork Stillaguamish River over Barlow Pass and into the South Fork Sauk River valley, the road connects the towns of Darrington and Granite Falls.

For current road and trail information go to www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs.