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Wildcat Trailhead (Green Mountain)
4.3 ★★★★☆ 186 Google reviews · Running trail in Bremerton, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 84 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Wildcat Trailhead (Green Mountain)'s own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Popular area for hiking, biking, and horseback riding with rocky trails and scenic views.
What runners say about Wildcat Trailhead (Green Mountain)
“A lot of it is Pacific Northwest Rainforest but there are nice stony areas and great views at and near the top of Green Mountain.”
I really enjoyed this trail, and found it incredibly challenging, but that might have been because the weather was 80° on the day I went. There's lots of lose rocks and pretty steep inclines at certain points so it's definitely a hike you want to wear good shoes for and don't expect a leisurely stroll through the…
If you can get out when the OHVs aren't running, it's a nice hike. A bit rocky and rutted as it does get a fair amount of motorized traffic. A moderate climb with a lot of ups and downs along the way. This is the longer route to Green Mountain - around 9 miles round trip as opposed to Gold Creek, which is 5.
Great area for hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle riding, trail running, horseback riding and getting away from the noise of life
I loved this trail. There weren't too many people on it and it was a super nice day out. My dog and I had a great time navigating the rocks and tree roots. The hike was moderate, not too easy but not too hard either. The views were great!
Trail conditions & character
“A lot of it is Pacific Northwest Rainforest but there are nice stony areas and great views at and near the top of Green Mountain.”
“This is the longer route to Green Mountain - around 9 miles round trip as opposed to Gold Creek, which is 5.”
“A bit rocky and rutted as it does get a fair amount of motorized traffic.”
“A moderate climb with a lot of ups and downs along the way.”
“My dog and I had a great time navigating the rocks and tree roots.”
“On writing this I have been here about 6 times, completing a loop around the mountain 2 times.”
Plan your run at Wildcat Trailhead (Green Mountain)
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Loop distance84 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitednr.wa.gov
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