Area Status: Open
Trailhead for: Big Tree Trail #5.
This area is the site of an impressive old growth Pondrosa Tree that lived to be about 370 years old. The Big Tree has unfortunately died from insect kill but is still standing.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | 06/09/2023: The Big Tree has unfortunately died from insect kill but is still standing. Roads are clear to access the site. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402. |
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Usage: | Light |
Closest Towns: | Trout Lake, WA |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | No |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Mt. Adams Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Trout Lake, Washington take Mt. Adams Road north to the intersection with Forest Road 23 and turn right. Continue driving for one mile to Forest Road 80, signed South Climb. Make the left hand turn on to Forest Road 80. Drive north about one mile to the turn on to Forest Road 8020, marked Big Tree.
About 5 miles from Trout Lake, WA.