Trailhead: Trapper Creek

Area Status: Closed

Provides access to: Trapper Creek Trail #192.1 and the south end of Dry Creek Trail #194. Both trails enter Trapper Creek Wilderness from the southeast.

There is a large parking lot able to hold up to 30 vehicles. Overnight camping is not allowed in the parking lot.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: 10/07/2024: Trail head is accessible but not being maintained. Parking at TH is now free. In season to park at this trailhead, it would be necessary to have a Northwest Forest Pass, or an Interagency Pass or $5 cash for the fee envelope. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Fees: $5/vehicle/day
Permit Info: Wilderness Permit required when entering Trapper Creek Wilderness. Free self-issue permits available at trailhead.
Usage: Light
Restrictions: Wilderness Regulations apply within Trapper Creek Wilderness.  
Closest Towns: Stabler, WA; Carson, WA
Water: No
Restroom: Yes
Passes: Recreation Passes may be used as form of fee payment.
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Mt. Adams Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

From Carson, WA follow the Wind River Road north for about 13.5 miles. Then take a left on Mineral Springs Road (Forest Road 3065). Take the first right on Forest Road 5401 and follow it for about a half of a mile to the trailhead.


Recreation Map

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Activities

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
45.881537

  Longitude : 
-121.980355

  Elevation : 
1600