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Trail #26 Middle
This Trail Open to Hikers, Bikers, Equestrian and Motorized Use.
This six mile trail is located west of Trout Lake, WA and northeast of Indian Heaven Wilderness. This trail offers small meadows and lakes, and access to berry fields. Connects to Service Trail #35, the only other motorized trail in the Mount Adams Ranger District.
Trail #26 leaves Forest Road 24 at the lower trailhead. It travels through small second-growth timber over rolling grades. The trail crosses Road 8800-091 and Road 8800-100. The trail crosses several streams and passes a small lake. The trail now ends on Road 8841 at the upper trailhead (trail was rerouted away from the Surprise Lakes area in 2018). This trail was the main Native American access route to the berry fields prior to roads being built in the early 1940s. Today the trail is heavily used by motorized trail users. There are challenging hill climbs and creek crossings.
The trail is moderately used by motorized trail users. Use caution on or around motorized vehicles.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402. |
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| Usage: | Medium |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Trout Lake, WA |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Mt. Adams Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:Trailhead: Middle Trail (Lower)
Trailhead: Middle Trail (Upper)
Activities
Mountain Biking
Recreation areas with activity Mountain Biking:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:Backpacking
Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:Horse Riding
Recreation areas with activity Horse Riding:The trail is moderately used by motorized trail users.
OHV Trail Riding
Recreation areas with activity OHV Trail Riding:The trail is moderately used by motorized trail users. Challenging hill climbs and creek crossings. Share the trail with other users.
Related Information
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