[pct-l] Drivability of Seiad Creek Rd (48N20) to PCT (mile 1677.25)

[Weathercarrot -]

I wasn't actually sure about it being the old trail, just something I'd heard years ago but never confirmed.  The actual PCT is spectacular 
and highly recommended, especially for a first timer - but on a hot day, start super early in the morning or late afternoon as an evening
short walk out of town.  I took the road because I'd heard about it, wanted to see something new, and there was lots of lightning that day.  

wc

> Date: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:10:29 -0700
> From: erccmacfitheal at yahoo.com
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Drivability of Seiad Creek Rd (48N20) to PCT (mile 1677.25)
> To: pct-l at mailman.backcountry.net; weathercarrot at hotmail.com
> 
> >(wanted to check out new territory - heard it
> > was the old PCT).  Turned out to be one of the most
> > well-maintained FS roads I'd ever seen. Once you get past
> > the residential zone and the pavement ends, there are lots
> > of nice views, woods, water sources,  a few waterfalls,
> > and virtually no traffic.
> 
> Really?  Do you know why it might have been re-routed?  I guess the current route is more crest-ish, but it sounds like this old route would have been much more enjoyable.
> 
> -Nate the Trail Zombie
> Newberg, OR
>