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Recreation Region: Cowlitz Valley Area

Trail #253 Greenwood Lake

This trail is open to motorcycles, hikers, horses and bicycles.

The 3-mile Greenwood Lake Trail may be accessed from High Rock/Greenwood Lake Trailhead on Forest Road 8440. From here the trail heads south to meet Allen Mountain Trail #269 then turns west to access Greenwood Lake. From the lake it's a short climb to the trail's end at Forest Road 8511.

Greenwood Lake Trail may also be accessed via Forest Road 8511. From here the trail descends to Greenwood Lake then continues to link up with Allen Mountain Trail #269 before heading north to Forest Road 8440.

Alert: The trail receives minimal maintenance and may be difficult to follow.

Current Conditions
This trail is currently only accessible via High Rock/Greenwood Lake Trailhead on Forest Road 8440.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

253

General Information

Low elevation trails typically melt out by mid-May. High elevation trails typically melt out by mid-July.  Snow may persist in spots on north facing slopes. There may be downed trees, washouts, and/or landslides on trails. Carrying mosquito repellent is advisable. Backcountry creeks and streams may dry out so plan ahead in case you need to bring in water.  Recreating in burned areas poses greater risks. See safety tips for burned areas. Please assist in reporting wildfires by calling 911 or Columbia Dispatch at (360) 891-5140.  Sign up for emergency alerts by county. 

Skamania County; Lewis County; Cowlitz County

No

Closed to ATV use.

Getting There

Additional Information

Operated By

Forest Service

Nearby Recreation Sites

Recreation Opportunities

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

Last updated August 6th, 2025