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Trail #43 Jug Lake
This trail is open to hiker and horse use only.
This trail begins at Cowlitz Trail #44 within William O. Douglas Wilderness and ends a short distance past Frying Pan Lake, at the junction with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000. It accesses Jug Lake, Little Snow Lake, and Frying Pan Lake.
From the Cowlitz Trail #44 the Jug Lake Trail climbs through subalpine terrain for about a mile to meet Judkin Trail #47 which accesses Jug Lake. From here #43 heads east to Snow and Frying Pan Lake and then north to meet the Pacific Crest Trail #2000.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 10/5/2021: Trail conditions unknown at this time. Some areas within the William O. Douglas Wilderness are higher elevations which can receive fall snow as early as late September. Always check the local forecast before setting off on your hike and have a plan B. For current information, contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at 360-497-1100. |
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| Permit Info: | Wilderness Permit Required. Permits are free and available at trailheads. |
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness Regulations apply. |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood, WA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Cowlitz Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:Access via Cowlitz Trail #44 or Judkin Trail #47.