Hike 7 miles, RT,  on this historical route into a lush and remote canyon carved by the Stillaguamish River near the town of Granite Falls.  625 ft elev gain.  Meet at 7:30 am at the Mount Vernon Safeway parking lot.   Snohomish county residents may drive directly to the trailhead.  Check WA Trails Association web site for driving information or contact Joan Melcher above.  Return time to be determined.   Everyone is to wait for all to return safely before leaving at this return time.