Sage Hills Trailhead — Attraction in Wenatchee

If you head to the WTA entrance that google maps takes you to, there's an automatic gate now that opens at 7:30am so can't access the lot before then. Went Saturday April 29th and there were lots of Balsam Root & Lupine but the hillsides will REALLY be awash in color in another week. If you do the loop, watch the signs and take a map. We ended up on a spur route which was fine, got some good elevation and mileage out of it, but if you're not an avid hiker these were more like lesser used deer trails that were a bit unstable due to erosion. We used our maps to find routes back to main trail. You could easily add on more mileage than planned. We did about 13.5 miles/1,900 elev gain. Start in the am and get your climbing out of the way early on the hot days! Saw lots of dog walkers & joggers so this doesn't have to be some epic adventure if that's not your thing - plenty to see a mile or two in.

Be smart and bring plenty of food & water; don't underestimate the heat and workout! This trail is totally exposed with nooooo shade! Heard so many song birds, and saw a marmot and a...

Well maintained hike is great for the spring and summer for walking, trail running, hiking, biking to enjoy wildflowers and birds watching. Trail is open from April 1 to the end of Fall. If you use AllTrails for navigation and trailhead parking please note that trailhead parking is very limited and can fit 6-7 cars only. Horse lake trailhead parking lot is open, has a view points and restrooms. Gopher snake was...

Beautiful trail. Easy to walk. Narrow path though, walk in single file only. Just wanted to let others know that the parking lot has a gate that closes at 7:30pm automatically. However you don’t have to leave by 7:30. The gate has a sensor and opens to allow cars to exit. There are about 6-8 spots available, very...