Pulaski Tunnel Trail — Attraction in Idaho

Read about this trail from one of the groups I'm in on FB that highlights areas to hike. Not far from home (I live in Spokane Valley), good day adventure even in the snow. My trip was the day before Easter, still lots of snow on the trail. Not very busy when I started out, made it almost all the way up before I saw people behind me. 2 miles up (and down of course), trail has mile markers in the ground, handful of bridges to walk over, quite a bit downed trees and big ol' limbs across the trail.... Some looked like they were from the winter weather and some looked like they have always been that way. Walk pretty much beside the creek the whole time. Very peaceful, all I could hear was the rushing water. Beginning of trail has some highlights of the fire and Pulaski. At the end there are more highlights. The tunnel entrance of course was covered in snow but I could definitely see where it was. Have to cross the water to actually reach the tunnel. Summer months I'm sure this is really pretty to hike and see the tunnel up close. Great picture taking time with nature. Dogs allowed. Bathroom at the beginning of the trail (not sure if it was accessible when I went tho). No garbage...

The Pulaski Tunnel Trail in Wallace, ID offers more than just a beautiful hike—it’s a powerful walk through history. Winding through lush forest and along a cool creek, the trail leads to the historic tunnel where U.S. Forest Ranger Ed Pulaski famously saved 45 firefighters during the Great Fire of 1910, one of the largest wildfires in U.S. history. Pulaski’s quick thinking and leadership became legendary, and his name lives on not only through the trail but through the Pulaski axe—a combination tool he helped popularize that is now a standard in wildland firefighting. The fire itself reshaped the U.S. Forest Service, leading to a more organized, proactive approach to wildfire management. Hikers today can appreciate both the natural beauty and the legacy of courage, sacrifice, and innovation that emerged from that...

We went here for a family hike on my birthday, it was absolutely beautiful. There were a few patches of snow on the ground (early May) but mostly dry. It's a moderate trail that gets a little steep in a couple of spots but nothing a weekend hiker couldn't handle. Following the water along the trail there are several little water falls along the way. Message boards are scattered along the hike that tell the tail of the 1910 fires and truly give insight to how terrible the experience had been for those lucky enough to survive. Informative and visually stunning, I recommend this hike to all those that love spending a day in the woods. We look forward to our next trip to the Pulaski...