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Trail #275 Kraus Ridge
Randle area general map in the Cowlitz Valley Vicinity. Sites include:
Camp Creek Falls Trail #260
Iron Creek Campground
Kraus Ridge Trail #275
Layser Cave Trail #290
Purcell Lookout Trail #285
Tower Rock Campground
Woods Creek Watchable Wildlife Trail #247
This trail is open to motorcycles, hikers, horses and bicycles.
This 4.4 mile trail follows Kraus Ridge through dense old growth and offers views of the Cispus River Valley and Tower Rock.
Beginning on Forest Road 2306, this trail crosses Forest Road 2506 and ends on Forest Road 2506.037. The trail was named after William Kraus, a prospector and homesteader in the area before 1905. It is usually a good early season hike.
Special Conditions: Closed to motorized use from December 1 to April 1.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 3/19/24: Clear of snow, minimal obstacles for hikers only. Mountain Bikers may have to stop or slow down often due to down tree limbs and debris on trails. See Restrictions section for Motorized use of this trail. |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: | Closed to motorized use from December 1 to April 1. Closed to ATV use. |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood, WA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Cowlitz Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:Trail is off Forest Road 2306 and ends on Road 2506.037.
From Randle, Washington travel south on State Highway 131 (Forest Roads 23 and 25). Veer left in 1 mile at the Y of Forest Road 23 and Forest Road 25. Follow Forest Road 23 for about 4.5 miles. Go right on Forest Road 2306 and follow for less than a mile to the trail access.