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Trailhead: Blue Lake Hiker
Provides access to: Blue Lake Hiker Trail #274
The challenging trail climbs steeply in some areas, with rock steps built in to make the climb easier. There are two foot bridges crossing the creek before the trail ends at Blue Lake.
Alert: The access road to this trailhead is steep and narrow.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 5/25/2023: Trailhead is snow free. High clearance vehicle recommended in the summer. |
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| Fees: | No fee |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | This trail is open to hiker use only and is closed to all other uses. |
| 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 south on WA-131 S for about a mile then take a left onto Cispus Road and follow for 8 miles. Continue on Forest Road 23 for about 7 miles to the turn off. Follow the 171 spur to the trailhead at the end of Forest Road 2300.171a.