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Recreation Region: Cowlitz Valley Area

Trailhead: Soda Spring

Provides access to the Cowlitz Trail #44 which enters the William O. Douglas Wilderness.

General Information

June - October

24 hours/day

Wilderness permits are required within the William O. Douglas Wilderness. The self-issuing permits are free and available at the trailhead. 

Wilderness Regulations apply within William O. Douglas Wilderness.

Contact Name: Cowlitz Valley Ranger District

Contact Phone: 360-497-1100

Getting There

Directions

From Packwood, WA travel east on U.S. Highway 12 for about 9 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 45 and follow for 0.3 miles then continue on Forest Road 4510. Follow Forest Road 4510 for about 4.2 miles then stay right on the spur road towards Soda Springs Trailhead for about 0.5 mile.

Parking

Limited trailhead parking within the Soda Springs Campground. 

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 21st, 2025