Not Miller Creek

Minor seasonal tributary of the Lewis River near Northwoods, WA. This creek is likely best visited in winter or early spring for decent water - or on a massive rainy day when everything else in the neighborhood is running too high to contemplate. Don't waste your time the rest of the year as flow reduces to a trickle. Would be a three star creek if it had more water. On the plus side: the creek is fairly action-packed with one rappel right after the next. Some pretty waterfalls and swept bedrock. Would rate it as beginner-friendly. Other than a steep initial climb, access is pretty easy.

Ascend steep slopes to get on the ridge climber's left of the creek. Once on the ridge, the terrain eases. Follow elk trails past an old burn site to a mini plateau at about 1800ft elevation. From here, contour on a bench back over to the creek. Nice open area above the creek makes a good spot to suit up.