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Trail #285 Purcell Lookout
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 hikers, horses and bicycles.
This trail climbs steeply through a timber harvest area for about 1 mile and continues to climb until its junction with the Purcell Mountain Trail #284. It continues to the summit of Purcell Mountain, the site of a former fire lookout. Mountain beavers have been digging tunnels in the area, making the trail hazardous for stock travel. This trail is not recommended for bicycles or horses.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 12/19/2024: Trail conditions unknown at this time. This trail has received no maintenance for more than two seasons. |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: | Closed to motorized use. |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood, WA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Cowlitz Valley Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Randle, WA head east for 6 miles on Highway 12 to the old highway (unmarked) on the left. Turn left (north) and drive about 1 mile to Forest Road 63. Turn left and drive north to Forest Road 6310. Stay left on Forest Road 6310. The trailhead will be on the right in less than a mile.