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15.0 miles
Distance
3,085 ft
Climb
-476 ft
Descent
04:07:18
Avg time
2,609 ft
Altitude change
1,308 ft
Altitude min
3,919 ft
Altitude max
1,308 ft
Altitude start
3,917 ft
Altitude end
3.3%
Grade
-32.1%
Grade max
47.9%
Grade min
12 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2,943 ft
Distance flat
04:07:18
Avg time

NF-29 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
  • Riding Area
    Dark Divide
    Randle, Washington
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Adaptive MTB, Gravel
  • Direction
    Uphill Primary[+]
    • Uphill Primary for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Year Opened
    2017
  • Land Owner
    USFS
  • Vehicle Info
  • Max Width
    50 inches

NF-29 is maintained by the US Forest Service. Check with the USFS/Gifford Pinchot National Forest for the latest forest road status.

Access Info

Follow WA 131 South out of Randle. After about 1 mile, take a left onto NF-23 toward the Cispus Learning Center / Trout Lake. After about 8 miles, turn right onto Cispus Road. Follow Cispus Road for a mile before turning left onto NF-29.

Disclaimer

This road is maintained by the US Forest Service. Check with the USFS/Gifford Pinchot National Forest for the latest road status.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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NF-29 Trail Reports

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Oct 14, 2025 @ 7:06am (America/Los_Angeles)
Oct 14, 2025
 As last report lots of washouts but can navigate them. The last two miles are really overgrown with small trees and branches creating a tunnel of...
Aug 19, 2019 @ 9:43am
Aug 19, 2019
 About 5-7 washouts in the southern most 7miles. Some are very big. Some are hard to push the bike through. They will set you back an hr altogether...
Sep 5, 2017 @ 8:09am
Sep 5, 2017
 Road is smooth and clear but very dry.
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      lackeluk
      This forrest road is not a climb to juniper ridge! we have tried. There are many washouts. Many drains which have totally destroyed the road. The road is not finished!

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is NF-29 located?
      NF-29 is located in Dark Divide, Randle, Washington, United States. It is part of the Dark Divide trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.43623, -121.83759.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for NF-29?
      NF-29 has 3,085 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 476 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,308 ft to 3,919 ft.
      ▼ Is NF-29 a point to point trail?
      NF-29 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is NF-29?
      NF-29 is 15.0 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on NF-29?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on NF-29. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access NF-29? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to NF-29 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride NF-29?
      The estimated time to ride NF-29 is approximately 4 hours 7 minutes. The trail is 15.0 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is NF-29?
      NF-29 is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 6 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 6 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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