Upper Wolf Trails

This bit of the Colville National Forest abuts the city limits, so it’s easy to access these trails year-round. Most of the intersections have signs to help you find your way, and maps are posted at the trailhead; you may want to take a picture.

Enjoy wildflowers in the spring and summer, golden leaves in the fall, and crisp snow in the winter.  “Wolf” refers to the name of the person who donated the land for the trail system, not the animal, but you may see other wildlife. You’ll pass through a forest of larch, cedar, fir, and pine.

The Upper Wolf trails are divided by Laurelhurst Road. Trail 303, west of the road, makes a simple 0.8 mile loop. Trail 303.1, east of the road, comprises several intersecting segments that the trailhead map calls Scapegoat, Howler, Arctic, and Lone Wolf (1.7 miles of trails). A spur trail off Scapegoat (the southern loop) connects the Upper Wolf and Lower Wolf trails.