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1.1 miles
Distance
248 ft
Climb
-236 ft
Descent
00:17:10
Avg time
12 ft
Altitude change
752 ft
Altitude min
1,000 ft
Altitude max
988 ft
Altitude start
1,001 ft
Altitude end
0.2%
Grade
-24.7%
Grade max
34.1%
Grade min
2,287 ft
Distance climb
3,471 ft
Distance down
105 ft
Distance flat
00:17:10
Avg time

Turtlehead Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    Mountain Biking not recommended or allowed.
  • Riding Area
    Turtleback Mountain Preserve
    Eastsound, Washington
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    SAN JUAN PRESERVATION TRUST

Turtleback’s trails range from broad, gently sloping logging roads (now abandoned) to narrow paths that meander, sometimes steeply, through mixed forest and open meadows. Whether you’re up for a short dash to the North Valley Overlook (a 15-minute, moderately steep stroll from the north trailhead), a 3-mile round-trip climb to Ship Peak from the south trailhead, or an all-day exploration of the mountain’s many loops, ridges, and overlooks, Turtleback Mountain offers something to suit nearly all adventure-seekers, including kids.

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Disclaimer

Mountain Bikers Allowed = Even Days only (2nd, 4th, 6th, etc.) Equestrians Allowed = Odd Days Only

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MeadowSummit

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Sep 30, 2026 @ 11:52am (America/Los_Angeles)
Sep 30, 2026
 Beautiful singletrack. There are two trees down across the trail. Stay in designated area at the end. Hiking only.
Aug 4, 2021 @ 10:54am
Aug 4, 2021
Hiking only.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Turtlehead Trail located?
      Turtlehead Trail is located in Turtleback Mountain Preserve, Eastsound, Washington, United States. It is part of the Turtleback Mountain Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.66887, -122.97471.
      ▼ How hard is Turtlehead Trail?
      Turtlehead Trail is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 0.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Turtlehead Trail?
      Turtlehead Trail has 248 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 236 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 752 ft to 1,000 ft.
      ▼ Is Turtlehead Trail a point to point trail?
      Turtlehead Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Turtlehead Trail?
      Turtlehead Trail is 1.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Turtlehead Trail?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Turtlehead Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Turtlehead Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Turtlehead Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Turtlehead Trail?
      The estimated time to ride Turtlehead Trail is approximately 17 minutes. The trail is 1.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Turtlehead Trail?
      Turtlehead Trail is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 88 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 163 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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