Manastash Lake Trail #1350
Trail begins at Manastash Trailhead and ends at Manastash Lake.
From the trailhead, the trail climbs gradually through several large clearcuts. At 1 mile, there’s a junction with Plantation Trail 1350.2 which heads west for about 0.7 mile to a connect with a 4x4 trail, 4W307. Trail 1350 continues toward Lost Lake, leaving logged areas about 0.5 mile before reaching Lost Lake. It skirts the shore of Lost Lake, climbs onto a plateau, and winds its way through thick forest to Manastash Lake. It follows the west shore of the lake for about 0.25 mile, then climbs a series of switchbacks (constructed in 2000) to trail’s end on Manastash Ridge and a junction with 4W694 (Naches Ranger District.)
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Seasonal motorized closure in effect yearly snow fall through June 15. If conditions permit, this trail may be opened to motorized use prior to June 15 and will be posted open at that time both on the ground and on this site. |
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Operational Hours: | Seasonal motorized closure in effect yearly snowfall through June 15. If conditions permit, this trail may be opened to motorized use prior to June 15 and will be posted open at that time both on the ground and on this site. |
Fees: | $5/vehicle/day or Northwest Forest Pass, or Federal Interagency Recreation Pass required at trailhead. Discover Pass not valid on National Forest land. Fee tubes located at Manastash and Riders Camp. |
Best Season: | Spring,Summer,Fall |
Closest Towns: | Ellensburg |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
General Information
Directions:From I-90 Exit 101 west of Ellensburg, travel south and southeast on Thorp Highway for 2 miles. Turn right onto Cove Road and continue 4 miles to Manastash Road. Turn right and follow Manastash Road to the end of the pavement. Continue on Forest Road 3100 to spur road 114 and follow it to the trailhead.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Day Hiking
Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Backpacking
Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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