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Trail #60 Sand Lake
This trail is open to hiker and horse use only.
From Forest Road 1284 Sand Lake Trail climbs steeply through dense forest before entering the William O. Douglas Wilderness. The trail follows an even grade towards Cortright Point. Turning east, the trail descends to the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 at Sand Lake. This trail was part of the Yakamainsert-Cowlitz Trail. The Sand Lake Trail once accessed a Nachespam village, now covered by Rim Rock Lake.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 6/24/24: Snow long about 5,600'. Trail is fully coverd and hard to navigate about 3/4 miles prior to juncition with the PCT. Standing water and down trees or limbs on trail. |
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| Permit Info: | Wilderness Permit Required. Permits are free and available at trailhead. |
| Restrictions: | Wilderness Restrictions 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 follow US-12 E for 19 miles and turn left on Forest Road 1284 and drive 2.7 miles to the trailhead.
Activities
Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:Backpacking
Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:Starting from or Forest Road 1284, the Sand Lake Trail climbs steeply through dense forest before entering the William O. Douglas Wilderness. (There is a vehicle turn-around area .2 miles past the trail.) The trail follows an even grade towards Cortright Point. Turning east, the trail descends to the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 at Sand Lake. This trail was part of the Yakamainsert-Cowlitz Trail. The Sand Lake Trail once accessed a Nachespam village, now covered by Rim Rock Lake.