Trail #158 Big Hollow

Area Status: Open

This Trail Open to Hiker and Equestrian Use.

The 3.2 mile Big Hollow Trail begins on Forest Road 64 at Big Hollow Trailhead and climbs steadily to its terminus on Observation Trail #132 at the Trapper Creek Wilderness boundary. At 0.5 miles from the trailhead, it fords the swift Big Hollow Creek which can be two feet deep at the ford. Just past the ford it connects with Dry Creek Trail #194 which runs south. A second ford across a fork of Big Hollow Creek is located about 2.2 miles From Trailhead.

Alert: This trail is within the Big Hollow Fire (2020) burned area. Hikers travel at their own risk. Please review safety tips for burned areas.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	06/23/2024: Trail has been logged out for its full length. Trail was damaged in the 2020 fire, hikers travel at their own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402
Permit Info:	Wilderness permit required if entering Trapper Creek Wilderness. Free self-issue Wilderness Permit available at trailhead.
Usage:	Light-Medium
Restrictions:	Wilderness Regulations apply within Trapper Creek Wilderness.
Closest Towns:	Stabler, WA; Carson, WA
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Mt. Adams Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

Big Hollow Trailhead

From Carson, Washington, travel north on Wind River Highway to the Forest Boundary where it becomes Forest Road 30. Continue north on Forest Road 30 to the Fish Hatchery. Just past the Fish Hatchery, Forest Road 30 forms a V with Forest Road 3065. At this V stay to the right on Forest Road 30 and continue to Forest Road 64. Turn left on to Forest Road 64 and drive about 2 miles to the trailhead.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Day Hiking

Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:

Trailhead: Big Hollow

See activity description under Backpacking.

Backpacking

Recreation areas with activity Backpacking: The trail begins on Trail #132 at Berry Camp, a small primitive campsite in the northern portion of the Wilderness, at the intersection with Trail #158. Dropping 400 feet in approximately 1 mile, the Big Hollow Trail #158 meets a fork of Hollow Creek that should be forded with care. Continuing downhill 2 miles, the trail intersects Trail #194. In June, a 2-foot water crossing through Big Hollow Creek provides a challenge for trail visitors, with a swift current, so proceed with caution! After the water crossing, the trail terminates in about 1/2 mile on Forest Road 64.