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Area Status: Open
Explore rugged trails which lead to clear lakes, steep ridges and flowered, mountain slopes. View downed and standing dead trees killed during the 1980 eruption by a sizzling, lateral blast that pummeled the pristine forest, and see the plants and wildlife that have returned. The backcounty offers spectacular views of the crater, blast zone, and log-strewn Spirit Lake, as well as Mount Rainier and Mount Adams.
Trails are narrow, steep in places and can climb over 2,000 feet. Whittier Trail #214 is extremely challenging, very narrow, crosses steep cliffs, and is unsuitable for inexperienced hikers or those uncomfortable with heights.
Camping allowed at eight campsites by advance reservation only. Forest Roads 99 and 26 to Norway Pass Trailhead normally open the end of June through November. Portions of trails are often covered by snow until midsummer. Be prepared to cross snow slopes if you plan an early season visit
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: |
- Expect lingering snow on trails and camps at higher elevations.
- Forest Roads 99 and 26 to Norway Pass open.
- Read Mount Margaret Backcountry Conditions Report.
- Water scarce in areas of the Backcountry, especially along Boundary Trail #1. Only available seasonally.
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| Operational Hours: |
Day use only unless you purchase a Mount Margaret Backcountry Camping Permit. |
| Fees |
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| Permit Info: |
Mount Margaret Backcountry Camping Permit required for overnight camping. Obtain online or by phone (877) 444-6777 or if hearing impaired, (866) TDD-6777. |
| Usage: |
Medium |
| Best Season: |
Summer |
| Busiest Season: |
Summer |
| Restrictions: |
- To protect natural features, pack stock and bicycles are prohibited in the Mount Margaret Backcountry.
- Fires are not allowed, plan to use a camp stove for cooking.
- Camping is limited to eight designated campsites only.
- Maximum group size for camping is four people, 8 people at Ridge Camp.
- Dispersed Camping is authorized without a permit north of the Green River only.
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| Closest Towns: |
Randle, WA, Toutle, WA |
| Water: |
Water is often seasonal springs or snow melt and not always available. |
| Passes: |
Norway Pass Trailhead: America the Beautiful Pass or Northwest Forest Pass accepted. |
| Operated By: |
Forest Service |
| Information Center: |
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General Information
General Notes: Attached you will find camp maps with current available water sources. Please note, water availablity may change through out the summer at Ridge Camp and camps located along the Boudary Trail.
Ridge Camp, Snow Camp, Shovel Camp, Obsurity Camp, Bear Camp, Dome Camp and Margaret Camp.
Directions: Access Points:
Eastside access:
Westside access:
Parking:
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