Silverdale Heritage Trails

Type … Woods Wander

Highlights … Creek, Aspens, Forest

Seasons … Summer + Fall

Difficulty with Kids … Easy

Trail Details … As much as you want! (AllTrails)

Closest Town … Georgetown

Shade … Plenty

Parking Situation … Plenty

Potty Situation … No Potty!

Stroller friendly?… Nope

Even though this trail is on the busy Guanella Pass, it gets a bit overlooked as folks head up for the other trails and activities up Guanella. The Silverdale Heritage is a small trail system with a creek running through it and is a quiet, lovely place to explore with kids.

The trails are mostly wide and flat so ideal for tiny tots, grandparents in town, etc. There are even a few bridges and trail teepees which my kids LOVE. You can play a game to find them on the trail. This trail has a few aspen groves as well and is one of my favorites for kids in the fall.

TRAIL TIPS

Download the map. It’s easy to get turned around in this trail system so make sure you have your AllTrails map up or take a picture of the map at the trailhead.
Be prepared to get wet! Lots of water here so if your kids are like mine and beeline for the creek, extra clothes and water shoes would be a good idea.

MAKE A DAY OF IT

Clear Lake. We typically take our paddle boards up to Clear Lake after Silverdale + have a picnic. It’s a beautiful little lake just 5 minutes away.

Guanella Pass Summit. You can also drive all the way to the Guanella Pass Summit if you keep going on Guanella Pass Road. It’s stunning up there and a great photo opp. The road to the summit is typically open Memorial Day to Thanksgiving.
Cabin Creek Brewery. This brewery in Georgetown is another great stop while you’re over here - they have tasty food and you can enjoy a beer in peace while the kids play on the lakeshore right next to the outdoor patio.