Black Canyon Trail – Escape the Rain for a Desert Hike!

Let's escape the western Washington rain and head east for a desert hike! We'll explore the Black Canyon Trail in the Wenas Wildlife Area, a beautiful and less-crowded out-and-back trail with great canyon views.
📍 Hike Details

• Trail: Black Canyon Trail (Wenas Wildlife Area, near Selah)
• Distance: 9.6 miles roundtrip
• Elevation Gain: ~2,100 ft
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Route Type: Out & back
• Pass Required: No Pass Required! (Wenas Wildlife Area)

🚗 Schedule & Meeting

• 8:00 AM – Meet at Green Lake P&R (NE 65th St & I-5, Seattle)
• Carpooling and depart promptly
• -9:40 AM Quick restroom & coffee stop in Cle Elum (Safeway)
• 11:00 AM – Arrive at Black Canyon Trailhead
• 4:00 PM – Return to trailhead
• 7:00 PM – Back at Green Lake P&R

🎒 Gear Notes

• Sturdy hiking boots required (trail can be rocky and uneven)
• Hiking poles recommended
• Bring plenty of water (at least 2-3 liters)
• Dress in layers for changing conditions

💰 Cost Sharing

• $25 per person to cover gas and vehicle wear. Cash or Venmo.

⚠️ Disclaimer
This is a group-organized hike, NOT a guided tour. The host is not a professional guide, trip leader, or outdoor expert. They are simply organizing a gathering of fellow hikers and are participating in the hike themselves.
You are solely responsible for your own safety, preparedness, and well-being throughout the entire event.