Trailhead: Lake Christine

Area Status: Closed

Provides access to:  Trail #249 Lake Christine within Glacier View Wilderness.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: 10/5/2021: IMPORTANT: Forest Road 59 is closed due to severe washouts. The only way to access this trail is through the west section of Mt. Rainier National Park. Current conditions unknown.
Permit Info: Wilderness permits are required. The self-issuing permits are free and are available at trailheads.   
  • National Park: Camping overnight in the wilderness at Mount Rainier requires a permit. 
Usage: Light
Restrictions: Wilderness Regulations 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 Ashford, Washington travel east on State Route 706 for approximately 3.1 miles and turn left on Forest Road 59. Follow Forest Road 59 for 4.2 miles and turn right on Forest Road 5920. Follow Forest Road 5920 for 1.6 miles and arrive at the trailhead at the end of the road. 


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Location

 
  Latitude : 
46.77356

  Longitude : 
-121.94475