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Trail #136 Takh Takh Meadow
High Lakes area general map in the Cowlitz Valley Vicinity. Sites include: Adams Fork Campground, Boulder Trail #1C, Cat Creek Campground, Council Bluff Trail #117, Green Mountain Trail #110 , Hamilton Buttes Trail #118 , Hamilton Peak Trail #109, High Lakes Trail #116, Horseshoe Lake Campground, Keenes Horse Camp, Keenes Trail #120, Killen Creek Campground, Spring Creek Trail #115, East Canyon Trail #265, Takh Takh Meadow Trail #136.
This trail is open to hiker use only.
This trail begins adjacent to Takh Takh Meadows off Forest Road 2329, or from Takhlakh Loop Trail #134. Takh Takh Meadow (a Taidnapam/Yakama word meaning "small prairie) is rich with wildflowers during the summer.
From the meadow, the trail climbs a lava flow offering views of Mt. Adams, the Goat Rocks and Mt. Rainier. The trail drops back down into a conifer forest and loops back to its junction with Takhlakh Loop Trail #134. An interpretive sign is located at the base of the lava flow, providing insights into the age and origin of the flow.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service |
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| Fees: | . |
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: | Trail closed to all motorized, horse and bicycle 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, 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. Continue to follow Forest Service Road 23 for 30.2 miles and turn left on Forest Road 2329. Follow Forest Road 2329 for .78 miles. Road 2329 turns to the right at the junction of Forest Road 5601. Turn right and continue to follow Forest Road 2329 for 2.6 miles and arrive at the trail on your left. The trail can also be accessed from the Takhlakh Loop Trail.