Iron Goat Trail 1074 Scenic

Enjoy beautiful views of surrounding mountains, learn the history of the Wellington train disaster from interpretive signs and rest on comfortable trailside benches. Follow the abandoned Great Northern Railway with gentle grades and various hiking options at each trailhead to accommodate people of all abilities.

For information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/accessiblerecreation

At a Glance

Usage:	Heavy
Best Season:	Summer / Fall
Restrictions:	The trail is closed to motorized vehicles, bicycles and stock
Closest Towns:	Skykomish, Washington
Passes:	None needed to park at trailhead.
Information Center:	Check current conditions or call Skykomish Ranger District office at 360-677-2414.

General Information

Directions:

Drive US Highway 2 to milepost 58.3. Turn north onto Old Cascade Highway, then take an immediately right turn into the Iron Goat Interpretive Site, maintained by the Washington State Department of Transportation.

General Notes:

The trailhead offers accessible restroom facilities, informational kiosks, and sign in boards.

Map:

Skykomish Ranger District
Green Trails #176

Accessibility:

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Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Day Hiking

Difficulty Level:	Easy

Backpacking

Interpretive Areas

The trailhead here is the Iron Goat Interpretive Site, with extensive historical interpretive displays, and additional signs along the trail to Martin Creek or Windy Point. Learn how the intercontinental Great Northern Railway became a pioneering force through this region of the Cascades. The distance to the Martin Creek trailhead on the easy lower grade switchback is 2.8 miles. Or, for a challenging uphill climb, follow the Windy Point crossover trail to the Windy Point overlook for a great view of the western portal of the eight-mile long Cascade Tunnel.