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Trail #249 Lake Christine
This trail is open to hiker and horse use only.
This trail begins on Forest Road 5920 at the trailhead and climbs a short distance through a timber harvest area before entering the Glacier View Wilderness.
The trail enters a high elevation conifer forest before reaching Lake Christine. From the lake, it continues north through moderately dense forest, ending at Puyallup Trail #248.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 10/5/2021: IMPORTANT: Forest Road 59 is closed due to severe washouts. The only way to access this trail is through the west section of Mt. Rainier National Park. Current conditions unknown. |
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| Permit Info: | A Wilderness permit is required. Permits are free and self-issued at trailheads. |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness Regulations apply |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood, WA |
| Water: | Treat all non-potable water before consuming. |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Cowlitz Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:The trail can be accessed from the Lake Christine Trailhead.
From Ashford, Washington travel east on State Route 706 for approximately 3.1 miles and turn left on Forest Road 59. Follow Forest Road 59 for 4.2 miles and turn right on Forest Road 5920. Follow Forest Road 5920 for 1.6 miles and arrive at the trailhead at the end of the road.