Illabot Creek Road is also Forest Road 16. However, there is no sign telling you this until about the 10-mile mark, where the road reaches a Y and Forest Road 16 continues left. Be sure to stay on Forest Road 16. There is also an unmarked intersection at about the 6.2-mile mark. At the intersection’s hairpin turn, continue around the turn and to the left.

The thought of 20 miles of gravel road may leave one wondering about not only your rig’s suspension, but your kidneys as well. Granted, there are some good size holes along the road. For the most part, however, the single-lane road and its turnouts are in good shape.

Along the way, there are several clearings at which to stop, get out, stretch your legs and gander at the Skagit Valley below. The black ribbon that is State Route 20 can be seen twisting its way along, and peaks, including those atop Washington Pass can be seen in the distance. Along the way, there are several streams boasting picturesque waterfalls and small plunge pools.Read The Full Story