Smith Lake Trail #361

This easy 1 mile Pasayten Wilderness trail travels off of the Boundary Trail #533 to the 6 miles from the Irongate Trailhead. The Smith Lake Trail #361 travels through a combination of subalpine larch, Engelmann spruce, and subalpine fir and open wildflower meadows to Smith Lake. Great views of Horseshoe, Armstrong, and Arnold Mountains can be seen along the route.

At a Glance

Fees:	A Northwest Forest Pass is required to park at the Irongate Trailhead.
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Accessibility:
Directions:

From the town of Loomis, travel north on County road #9425 for 2 miles to junction of #9425 and County road #4066. Turn West on County road #4066 which becomes Forest Service Road #39. Drive on Forest Service Road #39 for 14 miles to Forest Service Road #3900-500. Drive Forest Service Road #3900-500 for 6 miles to Irongate Trailhead. The #3900-500 road is maintained for high clearance vehicles only and is not recommended for passenger cars.