Polallie Ridge Trail #1309

Trail begins at Salmon La Sac trailhead and ends at the junction with the Waptus Pass Trail. Accesses Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area.

The first 2.5 miles is uphill and fairly steep as the trail follows the ridgeline, passing through trees and open areas and over rocky bluffs. Past the 2.5 mile point, the trail runs along the north side of the ridge, going down into and up out of several basins; it is often steep. Diamond Lake is in the second basin at 4.2 miles and is the only constant water source along the trail (treat before drinking). The trail passes through two additional meadow basins before hitting the ridgetop again at 6.5 miles. Just beyond that, the old Pollalie Lookout site provides good views. The junction with Tired Creek Trail 1317 is just past that. From there, the trail descends through old growth forest to Waptus Pass and the junction with Waptus Pass Trail 1329.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	June - October
Fees:	$5/vehicle/day or Northwest Forest Pass, or Federal Interagency Recreation Pass required at trailhead. Fee tube is located on the left at the entrance to the parking area. Discover Pass not valid on National Forest land.
Permit Info:	Wilderness Permits are required to enter the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Free self-issuing permits available at the trailhead.
Best Season:	Summer-Fall
Busiest Season:	Summer
Restrictions:	Motorized and mechanized use prohibited. See Wilderness regulations.
Closest Towns:	Roslyn Cle Elum
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault Toilet (1)

General Information

Parking:

Facilities at trailhead include parking, stock ramps, and pit toilets.

Directions:

From Cle Elum take State Highway 903 north 19 miles to Salmon La Sac. Just prior to the entrance to Salmon la Sac Campground turn right and follow the gravel road 1/2 mile to the trailhead. It is also the trailhead for Cooper River Trail 1311 and Waptus River Trail 1310.