Trail #108 Cultus Creek

Area Status: Open

This Trail Open to Hikers and Equestrian Use.

This popular 1.5 mile trail begins at Cultus Creek Campground/Trailhead and enters Indian Heaven Wilderness. It climbs steep semi-open slopes toward the summit of Bird Mountain, a 1.5-mile-long backbone ridge. The trail climbs 1,200 feet in elevation before passing through a saddle at 5,237 elevation where you will be rewarded with views of the west slope of Mt. Adams. Beyond the saddle, the trail enters large timber and eventually connects with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000.

Trail features include abundant huckleberries in season and views of Mt. Rainier, the Goat Rocks, Sawtooth Mountain, and Sleeping Beauty. This trail is part of a 7 mile loop that passes 4 attractive lakes and connection to other trails in the Wilderness.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	07/20/2024: Trail is logged out and mostly snow free. The loop formed by the #33/#108/PCT trails is also logged out and snow free. Mosquito repellent recommended. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Permit Info:	Wilderness Permit required to Indian Heaven Wilderness. Free self-issue permits are available at the trailhead.
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	Wilderness Regulations apply
Closest Towns:	Trout Lake, WA
Water:	No
Restroom:	No
Passes:	A valid Recreation Pass required at Cultus Creek Campground trailhead.
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Mt. Adams Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

Access from Cultus Creek Trailhead

Activities

Day Hiking

Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:

Trailhead: Cultus Creek

See activity description under Backpacking.

Backpacking

Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:

Trailhead: Cultus Creek

This heavily used trail begins at Cultus Creek Campground, enters the Indian Heaven Wilderness and climbs semi-open slopes toward the summit of Bird Mountain, a 1.5-mile-long backbone ridge. The trail climbs 1,200 feet in elevation before passing through a saddle at 5,237 elevation where you will be rewarded with views of the west slope of Mt. Adams. Beyond the saddle, the trail enters large timber and eventually connects with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000.