Heybrook Ridge Trailhead

If you are looking for an easy hike to spend the afternoon, this is it. The trail is in good condition and the moss covered trees are a sight to watch. It's a nice quite stoll in the woods.

Great hike for beginners, especially if you're looking for a view. Trail in good condition. Usually not too busy and there is ample parking. No day pass required as it is a county park. Takes about 45 mins to get to the top and view is worth it!

Short, relatively simple hike with great views. Can be snowy during winter, but low elevation gain helps keep it attainable. Views of Mt. Index are unbeatable, especially with snow on it, plus you can see Bridal Veil Falls, and other peaks including Baring. If the gate is closed, just park across the bridge by the Index park and public restroom.

2 miles of wooded trail and a ridge. What more can I say, Hay brook!

This place was amazing! Quite the steep hike up but apparently we went the wrong way so if you find the actual Trailhead and go that way it's supposed to be easier...

A short uphill experience with an amazing view at the summit. The trail is well maintained, keep an eye out for wildlife and be prepared with bear spray.

A lovely hike, I certainly worked up a sweat on the middle portion, but the views from the top are great.

short moderate trail, nice view, not too many people, good option during covid

Absolutely gorgeous, and not too busy. Making it up and down highway 2 is a bit of a mess but it’s so worth it to make it to this beautiful location.

Way nicer than expected. A steep trail with numerous switchbacks and a stream crossing. Spectacular views as a payoff.

Mind blowingly amazing. Loved every moment of this short hike and the view is like no other.

Great moderate difficulty hike to very nice views of mount index and bridal veil falls. Hike through pine and cedar forest was impressive.

Easy hike , less parking

A beautiful trail, two trails available to hike.

Nicer than expected and not crowded at all! Found parking easily during Saturday noon. The trail is just the right milage and elevation gain for our family and puppy loved it! Even it’s not very steep climbing you still get to see panoramic mountain view at the ridge.

They have a bench... Reminds me of Narnia for some reason. Except for some noisy power lines at the top :( great trail though!

This hike is pretty easy overall. The trail is mostly just compact dirt with some stepping stones here and there. It’s well marked and maintained with even a bench at the .75 mile mark if your tired. The view once you get to the top is stunning but my favorite part of this hike was the trail. It was very scenic and you felt like you entered a different forest several times. Overall a fantastic hike and hidden gem!

Beautiful hiking trail in Index, WA. As with most trails, parking is very limited so come early to avoid the crowds.

Fantastic place to see the river & old historical bridge

Love it… well maintained and loved trail.