Crystal Hills Trail vs North Fork Skokomish River Trail
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Crystal Hills Trail | North Fork Skokomish River Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 50 mi80 km | 13.0 mi20 km |
| Elevation gain | 4,334 ft1,321 m | 466 ft142 m |
| Typical duration | 4 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Regional | Regional |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from September to October | Best from July to July |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Crystal Hills Trail vs North Fork Skokomish River Trail: which should you hike?
At 50 mi80 km, Crystal Hills Trail is the longer route — roughly 37 mi60 km more than North Fork Skokomish River Trail (13.0 mi20 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, North Fork Skokomish River Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.