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This short 1.5-mile trail descends from the Table Mountain trail to the Naneum Meadows area (around 750 feet of descent). Blowdowns and some quick-growing grass have made this less-traveled trail a little harder to follow, but the terrain is open, so as long as you have a map and keep your eyes peeled, you should be able to spot the trail again if you lose it.
The views of the Wenatchee mountains as the trail runs parallel to Naneum Rim trail are particularly lovely, with lots of larches and interesting rocky sections. Elk and deer sign are common on this trail, so keep your eyes open for wildlife, particularly in the fall!
And keep your eye out for the namesake spring, marked by a green metal tank connected to a pipe coming out of the ground. (We don't recommend drinking any water that may be in there, though.)
At Naneum Meadows, this trail meets with the Naneum Rim, Naneum Creek and Grass Camp trails. If you came from the Table Mountain Trail and Ken Wilcox Horse Camp, you can take the Naneum Rim trail back towards the Table Mountain trail for a little lollipop outing.
You can also the Naneum Creek trail north back towards the horse camp, or take Naneum Creek trail south towards Forest Road 3530 or until you intersect with Howard Creek Trail and then Grass Camp trail for a bigger loop.
WTA Pro Tip: Bring a map to consult since not all junctions are marked, and there are a number of loop opportunities in this area.
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