Trail #266 High Rock

Area Status: Open

In a mature and varied forest setting interspersed with mountain meadows and geographic features near Goat Rocks Wilderness where Wilderness Regulations apply. Here visitors will find access to trails leading to remote forest lakes, high-mountain elevations and some of the most spectacular country found anywhere.

Heavy snowmobile use in an open area. This sno-park provides access to a groomed trail system.

Volunteers gather around a small wooden structure.

Title:	Volunteers working at high rock
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A volunteer holds ropes up on a high platform during a structure removal for renovation

Title:	High Rock restoration -Rick McClure prepping cargo nets 070521
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High rock viewpoint with temporary floor covering after temporary removal of structure.

Title:	High Rock Lookout- Don and Rob with temporary floor cover
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A historic small white wooden structure perched on a large rock outcropping.

Title:	Historic High Rock lookout
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At a Glance

Current Conditions:	(12/17/24): One (1) to two (2) inches of snow on roads. Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31. This Sno-Park is managed by Washington State Parks. For more information regarding Sno-Park Fees, trail grooming schedules and maps, please visit https://parks.wa.gov/130/Winter-Recreation.
Permit Info:	Washington State Sno-Park Permit is required for each vehicle December 1 to March 31. Sno-Park permits are available to purchase online and also at Ashford Valley Grocery in Ashford, Trout Lake Grocery in Trout Lake and the Chelatchie Prairie General Store in Amboy. Sno-park permits help pay for snow removal, trail grooming, sanitation facilities, mapping, trail signs, safety education, enforcement and program administration.
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	Motorized vehicles are not allowed in the adjacent Goat Rocks Wilderness. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. Wilderness restrictions apply in Goat Rocks Wilderness.
Closest Towns:	Randle, WA; Packwood WA
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault Toilet (1)
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Cowlitz Valley Ranger District (360) 497-1100