Sheep Lake Trail
The trail begins at Trail #533 and ends at Sheep Lake.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Current conditions information |
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Permit Info: | Wilderness permits are required in the Pasayten Wilderness (free, self-issue permits are available at the trailhead). |
Open Season: | late July |
Restrictions: | Wilderness permits are required in the Pasayten Wilderness (free, self-issue permits are available at the trailhead). |
Closest Towns: | Winthrop, WA |
Restroom: | At trailhead only |
Passes: | A Recreation Pass is required. ($5/vehicle/day Northwest Forest Pass can be purchased from a self-pay station provided at the trailhead). |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Methow Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Winthrop travel north on Okanogan County Road 1213 (West Chewuch Road) for 9 miles. Turn left on to the Forest Service Road 5130 follow the signs for 17 miles to the Billy Goat Trailhead. Horse riders can take a steep trail near the hitch rails or ride the road to the upper hiker trailhead. Travel the Hidden Lakes Trail 477 for 4 miles to Drake Creek; Larch Creek trails branches to the right at this point. Follow Larch Creek Trail #502 to Boundary Trail #533.