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Trail #42 Kincaid
This trail is open to hiker and horse use only.
Located on Carlton Ridge, this trail enters the William O. Douglas Wilderness at mile 3.5 and offers excellent views of Mt. Rainier.
This 8.8 mile trail begins on Forest Road 4510 just past the access point for Cowlitz Horse Trail #44A, it descends, then begins to climb steeply. The trail reaches the top of the ridge near Log Springs, crosses the summit burn and enters William O. Douglas Wilderness at 3.5 miles. From there it follows the semi-open ridge, offering excellent views of Rainier, then descends to Jug Lake Trail #43 east of Kincaid Lake. In the 1920s and 1930s the trail was used by sheepherders to reach their camps. Kincaid Lake is a 1-acre lake named for Sam Kincaid, a Yakima Valley sheepman who ranged his herds in the area during the early 20th century.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 10/5/2021: Trail conditions unknown at this time. |
|---|---|
| Permit Info: | Free Wilderness Permit Required. Available at trailhead. |
| 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:From Packwood, WA travel east on US-12 for 8.9 miles. take a left on Forest Road 45 and travel .4 miles then take a slight left on Forest Road 4510 and follow for just over 5 miles to the Kincaid Trailhead.
Activities
Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:Backpacking
Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:The trail reaches the top of the ridge near Log Springs, crosses the summit burn and enters the Wilderness. From there it follows the semi-open ridge, offering excellent views of Rainier, then descends to Jug Lake Trail #43 east of Kincaid Lake.