Follow the Monarch Crest Trait – Out and Back ride to mile 7.6.
8.1 Turn sharply right, almost a switchback, onto the Agate Creek Trail 484. There is a small sign. Lower your seat and get ready, the first 2.5 miles are rough.
11.2 Lime Creek Trail cuts west. Stay on Agate Creek Trail 484 along the creek.
12.2 First crossing of Agate Creek. From here to the end of the ride, the trail crosses Agate Creek many times – the trail disappears into the water and reappears on the other side. Some of these crossings are rideable and others require wading or looking for a place to cross on rocks. Some crossings have bridges made of a single log – if you have good balance you can cross on the log. The water is colder and deeper earlier in the summer. You will get wet feet. Guaranteed.
13.3 Old cabin off the right side of the trail – wait inside if it’s raining.
15.2 The trail forks. Take the trail left, staying on Agate Creek Trail 484 which follows the creek.
15.7 Square rock in the woods. A table for wood elves?
15.9 After crossing Agate Creek again, climb the opposite bank and pass through the green metal gate. Close the gate.
17.7 The trail forks. Take the trail to the right (#484) down to the creek.
17.8 The trail moves away from the river and switchbacks up a steep, short climb.
18.2 The singletrack ends at the Agate Creek Trailhead. Follow the dirt road heading straight west (the only way it goes).
18.3 As the road swings to the left, look closely for a faint unmarked singletrack heading directly to your right. This trail goes about 25 yards to US 50, which should be very obvious because you are right beside the highway. Ride the singletrack to the highway and your shuttle car should be here.