Esmeralda Trailhead
Provides access to Esmeralda Basin Trail #1394 and Ingalls Way Trail #1390 which enters the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Trailhead also accesses Longs Pass Trail #1229.
This trailhead is one of the main access points to climb Mt. Stuart.
General Information
- Dogs prohibited on Ingalls Way and Longs Pass trails.
- Wilderness permits are required to enter Alpine Lakes Wilderness. The self-issuing permits are free and are available at trailheads.
- Wilderness regulations apply.
Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual
Dogs prohibited on Ingalls Way and Longs Pass trails.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 47.4367
Longitude: -120.9369
Elevation
4,269 feet
Directions
From Cle Elum, follow Highway 970 east and north approximately 8.5 miles and turn left on Teanaway Road North Fork and follow for 13 miles. Then veer right on Forest Road 9737 and follow for about 9.6 miles to the Esmeralda trailhead.
Parking
Limited parking. Maintain access for emergency vehicles. Be prepared to walk longer distances to the trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
