Forest Road 59

Area Status: Closed

Forest Road 59 travels north from Hwy 706 along the west side of Mount Rainier National Park. The road provides access to the Glacier View Wilderness Trails including Lake Christine and Mt. Beljica.

*Repair project delayed until 2026

At a Glance

Current Conditions: 1/24/25: Closed due to several LARGE washouts. Repair project delayed until 2026. 
Best Season: Mid-July thru September

Activities

Viewing Scenery

Beautiful views of Mount Rainier.

Hiking and Backpacking in the Glacier View Wilderness.

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities