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Trail #101: Walupt Lake
Trail map for Goat Rocks Wilderness area.
This trail is open to hiker and horse use only.
The Walupt Lake Trail is within Goat Rocks Wilderness. It begins in the Walupt Lake Campground and follows the lakeshore until reaching Walupt Creek. The trail along the lake is flat and offers great views of the lake. At the end of the lake the trailclimbs into an open alpine area before turning southeast, ending on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000.
The Walupt Lake Trail was used into this century by Yakama people who came to the 384-acre lake and fished for native trout, using fish traps.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 10/1/23: No issues reported with trail. Possibly down trees or trail may be in need of new signs. |
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| Permit Info: | Wilderness permits are required. Permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead. |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness restrictions apply. |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood WA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Cowlitz Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Randle, Washington travel south on State Highway 131 (Forest Roads 23 and 25). Veer left in 1 mile at the Y of Forest Road 23 and Forest Road 25. Continue to follow Forest Service Road 23 for 17.5 miles then turn left onto Forest Road 21. Follow Forest Road 21 for 12.6 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2160. Turn right on Forest Road 2160 and arrive at Walupt Lake Campground and trailhead in 5.4 miles.