Recreation


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Recreation information is organized by three main geographic areas each managed by a different ranger district:

  • Mount St Helens area

    Volcano view from Lahar Viewpoint

    Explore Mount St Helens National Volcanic Monument & surrounding area! Learn about special areas to visit in and around the Monument.

    Explore Mount St. Helens

  • Mount Adams area

    Mount Adams

    Investigate eastern portions of the forest which includes a diversity of habitats and features with Mt. Adams as a prominent landmark.

    Explore Mount Adams area

  • Cowlitz Valley area

    Lily Basin Trail by Kol Peterson.

    Discover the northern most portion of the Forest located among three volcanic peaks: Mt. Rainier to the north, Mt. Adams to the east, and Mt. St. Helens to the west.

    Explore Cowlitz Valley area

 

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Current Recreation Conditions

Area Name Status Area Conditions
Ape Cave Interpretive Site Closed Closed 11/05/2024: Ape Cave is now closed for the remainder of the year until the next open season, and the gate providing access to the interpretive site is now closed. During the winter, it is illegal to enter Ape Cave without authorization, 36 CFR 261.53 (b). 
Bear Meadow Interpretive Site Open Open (11/05/2024): WINTER CONDITIONS: 6 to 8 inches of snow accumulation reported at this location. Travel not recommended.  Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle, WA and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. Learn More.
Blast Edge Viewpoint; Monument Entry Open Open 07/16/2024: Blast Edge Viewpoint is open for the season. Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. Learn More.
Boating Site: Goose Lake Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Day use site is closed for the winter season. When it is open there is a $5 day use fee payable with cash in the fee envelope or by the use of a NWFP or Interagency pass. Site becomes very crowded on hot days and parking is limited. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509)395-3402.
Boating Site: Mosquito Lakes Closed Closed 09/21/2024: The dam will be removed October 1, 2024 for the winter season. For current information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Adams Fork Open Open (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (from September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Campground: Atkisson Group Camp Closed Closed 09/28/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open the Campground is available by reservation only. Make reservations at recreation.gov or call 1-(877) 444-6777 up to six months in advance. Please contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420 for more information.
Campground: Beaver Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground is closing for the winter season September 22, 2024. When it is open the Campground has sites available both by reservation and by first come first serve. For reservations go online to Recreation.gov. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: Big Creek Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: Blue Lake Creek Open Open (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (from September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Campground: Cat Creek Open Open (10/31/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (from September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Campground: Chambers Lake Open Open **Camping fees will be collected, beginning Summer 2025.**  (10/31/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (from September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Campground: Coho Group Camp Open Open ALERT! Closed for the 2023 season due to infrastructure improvements and renovations.
Campground: Cultus Creek Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open there is a $15 fee per site per night. For current info. call Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Forlorn Lakes Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open there is a $15 fee per site per night. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 1-509-395-3402.
Campground: Goose Lake Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Campground is closed and gated for the winter season. When it is open the fee is $20 per site per night. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402 or ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: Government Mineral Springs Open Open 10/07/2024: Campground is accessible. Camping in this site in the winter season requires that you bring your own toilet paper and pack out your own trash. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for information (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Horseshoe Lake Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service
Campground: Iron Creek Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: Killen Creek Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service 
Campground: La Wis Wis Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: Lower Falls Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Campgroud is closed and gated for the winter season. During the summer, it is an extremely popular campground. Attempt to make reservations at Recreation.gov Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Campground: Morrison Creek Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Campground: Moss Creek Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will be closed for the winter season on September 22, 2024. When it is open the Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites. For reservations go online to Recreation.gov. For further information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: North Fork Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: North Fork Group Campsites Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: Oklahoma Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will be closed for the winter season on September 22, 2024. When it is open the campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites. For reservations go online to Recreation.gov. For further information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420
Campground: Olallie Lake Closed Closed (1/1/2025): This recreation area is closed to all wheeled vehicles and is reserved area for winter recreation only until March 31, 2025. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service
Campground: Panther Creek Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will close for the winter season on September 22, 2024. When it is open the Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites. For Reservations go online to recreation.gov. For further information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-142010/12/2023
Campground: Paradise Creek Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will be closed for the winter season starting September 22, 2024. When open the Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites. For reservations go online to Recreation.gov. Fishing is not allowed in the creek as per WA Fish and Wildlife Regulations. Any fishing activity must take place below the dam on the Wind River. For further information contact ExplorUS 661-702-1420.
Campground: Peterson Prairie Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will close for the winter season on September 22, 2024. When open the Campground has sites that are both reservation and first come first serve. Reservations may be made online at Recreation.gov. For further information contact ExplorUS 661-702-1420.
Campground: Peterson Prairie Group Camp Closed Closed 09/21/2024: Campground will close for the winter season September 22, 2024. When it is open it is available by reservation only. Reservations can be made at https://www.recreation.gov/camping up to 6 months in advance. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: Soda Spring Unreachable Unreachable (11/15/24):  Expected to be unreachable. WINTER CONDITIONS: As seasons change, be prepared for winter weather conditions and accumulating snow at higher elevations. Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (from September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Campground: Sunset Falls Campground and Day Use Open Open 03/19/2024: Campground is open year-round. During the off-season all sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. During the season May 26-Sept. 10, sixty percent of the sites are available by reservation only. Reserve online at Recreation.gov. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: Takhlakh Lake Closed Closed (1/28/25): This recreation are is closed to all wheeled vehicles. It is currently used by winter recreation users until March 31, 2025. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service
Campground: Tillicum Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open there is a $10 per site per night fee. The road through the campground is rutted and best driven with high clearance. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Campground: Tower Rock Closed Closed (10/15/2024):  Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense.
Campground: Trout Lake Creek Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open sites are $15 per night. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station, 509-395-3402.
Campground: Twin Falls None None The campground is being converted to a group camping site and will be available by reservation only. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Campground: Wakepish Group Campground Open Open (1/14/2025): Compact Snow and Ice  in parking area.
Campground: Walupt Lake Unreachable Unreachable (12/3/2024):  Expected to be unreachable. Snow fall accumulated 4-6 inches on 11/4/24, with expected continued snowfall over the week. Check current weather here. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Garbage removal and bathroom maintenance are not provided during off season (September 2024 to June 2025). Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy, need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure.
Campground: Wicky Shelter Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Shelter is closed for the winter season. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Cascade Peaks Interpretive Station Closed Closed 10/23/2024: Cascade Peaks is closed for the season. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar.Learn More.
Forest Road 20 Open Open (11/20/2024): Area is open for use. High clearance vehicles recommended for rough sections of road. Extremely heavy mosquito population in summer months. Always Practice Leave No Trace .
Forest Road 21 Open Open 12/17/24: From Randle heading East on 21, beyond Cat Creek is considered a seasonal road closure due to snow recreation in progress. From Highway 12 (entrance closer to Packwood) heading southbound, 1-2 inches of snow reported at Johnson Creek. Snow and ice expected on road way beyond this point as the elevation ascends. Never recommended to travel during Winter Storm Warnings. Check for current weather conditons at www.weather.gov
Forest Road 2150 Open Open 12/17/24: Seasonal Road Closure due to snow recreation in session until March 31st.
Forest Road 23 Open Open (1/16/25): Use extreme caution, black ice on roadways. Compact snow and ice at Baby Shoe Pass. Not open to wheeled vehicles from Junction of 2329 heading south or west. As seasons change, be aware and be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here.
Forest Road 2329 Closed Closed 1/16/25:  Road is closed to wheeled vehicles until March 31st as it is designated as a road used for winter recreation. This area receives large snow accumulations.
Forest Road 24 Closed Closed 08/08/2024: Road has been graded and is open its full length. Contact Mt. Adams District 509-395-3402 for current conditions.
Forest Road 25 Open Open 1/16/25: Use extreme caution, black ice on roadway leading up to junction with Forest Road 99. Compact snow on FR99 to Snow Park. SEE RESTRICTIONS section
Forest Road 26 Open Open (11/25/2024): Due to early snow acccumulation, the Seasonal Gate at the junction of FS Road 26 and FS Road 99 will close Monday morning, November 25, 2024.   The gate will remain closed through July 1st, 2025, or until the snow melts and allows for safe public travel.
Forest Road 2750 Open Open 5/30/23: High clearance vehicles recommended but not required. Some potholes make travel difficult for low clearance vehicles.
Forest Road 28 Open Open 12/9/24: Deep snow reported after junction with FR Spur 2810. Deep snow reported from FR 25 heading northeast. 
Forest Road 2801 Closed Closed 05/09/2023: Forest Road 2801 is closed on both ends of the road due to a washout at milepost 0.25 and a large slide at milepost 7. 
Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway Open Open 07/28/2024: Road is open its full length. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Forest Road 41 Open Open 08/013/2024: The road has been graded and is relatively good condition. We request that posted speed limits are observed in order to preserve the surface. Contact Mount St Helens National Volcanic Monument for current information 360-449-7800, or Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 4109 Open Open 03/19/2024: Forest Road 4109 has a very rough and dangerous road surface conditions making it unsafe for vehicles. High clearance and 4x4 needed. Silver Star trail can also be accessed from the DNR Grouse Vista Trailhead (Discover Pass required). For further information call Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument & District office: (360) 449-7800.
Forest Road 42 Open Open 09/21/2024: Road has been graded and the surface is in relatively good condition. We are asking that the posted speed limit be observed to help preserve the surface. There is some logging connected work happening on the road. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 43 Open Open 6/15/2024: Road is snow free. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509)395-3402.
Forest Road 46 Open Open (10/31/2024): This area is open, practice Leave No Trace. As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here. Approximately 1/4 mile beyond the junction with Forest Road Spur 4612, Forest Road 4610 has ruts and washouts. High clearance vehicle is recommended beyond a certain point. Bluff Lake Trail System was affected by fire, and trail system is destroyed and unstable.
Forest Road 48 Open Open 10/4/2021 This route is marginally passable to high-clearance vehicles only. Trailers are not recommended.
Forest Road 51 /Curly Creek Cut-off Open Open 04/05/2024: Road surface is clear. In the winter road is plowed by Skamania County. Go to their public works web site: publicworks@co.skamania.wa.us for information about current conditions or contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 52/Skate Creek Road Closed Closed (2/3/25): Forest Road 52 will be closed for the remainder of the winter season. Gate's will reopen in May depending on weather conditions. It is not recommended to travel during winter storm warnings. Check for weather conditions at www.weather.gov . 
Forest Road 54/ Canyon Creek Open Open 09/21/2024: Road is open. There is some logging connected work happening on the road. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for additional info at 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 56 Open Open 12/17/24: Road is open and provides access to Orr Creek SnoPark and Cody Horse Camp. Snow and compact ice. Regular road grooming in progress. This area receives snow accumulation from December to June. No travel for wheeled vehicles until after April 1, 2025 due to snow recreation activities in progress. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service
Forest Road 5603 Open Open 1/6/25: Compact snow on road, regularly groomed to provide access to snow park. 
Forest Road 5701 Open Open 03/19/2024: Road is open to the Huffman Peak Trailhead (Lower Siouxon Trailhead) and is closed beyond that point.
Forest Road 59 Closed Closed 1/24/25: Closed due to several LARGE washouts. Repair project delayed until 2026. 
Forest Road 60 Open Open 07/14/2024: Road has been graded and the road surface is in decent shape. Speed limit is 35 mph or as signed. Please travel at this speed or lower to help preserve the surface. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for current information.
Forest Road 63 Open Open (10/31/2024): As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Travelling North from US Hwy 12 from Randle, WA, there has been recent snowfall, and at elevations higher that 3,500 feet. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here. Will be open until snow makes impassible. High clearance vehicles recommended. Possible road reconstruction Late Spring 2025.
Forest Road 65 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is mostly snow free. The road is washed out north of Four Corners at mile post 17 but is passible with high clearance. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information at 509-395-3402
Forest Road 66 Open Open 07/14/2024: Road has been graded and is in decent shape. Speed limit is 35 mph or less as signed. Please travel at these speeds or lower to preserve the road surface. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for current information.
Forest Road 75 Open Open
Forest Road 76 Open Open
Forest Road 80 and 8040 Open Open 10/19/2024:Road is open but the 500 spur from Morrison Creek CG to 183 TH is closed until the spring of 2025. Parking at the 183 TH when it is accessible requires a climbing permit or a NWFP or an Interagency Pass. Passes are available on-line only at Recreation.gov. . Purchase your pass and print necessary copies before your trip because the area lacks cell coverage. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for further information. Mt. Adams Climbing information. 
Forest Road 8031 Open Open 10/19/2024: The road is open. The road is newly graded. In order to preserve the surface please maintain the posted speed of 35 mph or less. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Forest Road 81 Not Cleared Not Cleared 12/13/2024: Forest Road 81 is closed and gated for the season to winter recreation vehicles only such as snowmobiles. The road is snowcovered and closed between Cougar Sno*Park and Kalama Horse Camp. 
Forest Road 8123 Not Cleared Not Cleared 11/26/2024: At this time, the road is impassable due to snow depths from a few inches to at least two feet. Anyone traveling this road may be required to dig themselves out if they get stuck. 
Forest Road 82 / 8225 Open Open 10/19/2024: These roads are open. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 83 Open Open 12/30/2024: Forest Road 83 is plowed and clear to Marble Mountain Sno-Park. Icy conditions may exist, particularly at higher elevations. Traction tires or chains are recommended. 
Forest Road 8322 Unreachable Unreachable 12/12/2024: Forest Road 83 is plowed up to Marble Mountain Sno*Park. The gate beyond Marble Mountain is now closed for the season, blocking access to this road which is snow covered. The remainder of Forest Road 83 beyond Marble Mountain is open for winter recreation vehicles such as sno-mobiles. 
Forest Road 84 Open Open 12/19/2024: This forest road and associated spur roads accummulate heavy snowfall all winter and is not plowed or maintained; travel on Forest Roads is not recommended for elevations above 2000'.  Driving | US Forest Service (usda.gov)  Winter Weather Driving Tips: Prepare Your Vehicle | NHTSA  USDA Forest Service - Caring for the land and serving people.
Forest Road 85 None None 12/19/24: Road is not maintained during winter months. Expected snow, ice, tree debri on roadway causing hazardous driving conditions. Not recommended for travel until after now melts. This will be updated again May 2025. 
Forest Road 88 Open Open 09/21/2024: Road is open. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 90 Open Open 09/06/2024: FR 90 repair work is finished. The road is clear and passable to the junction with FR 23. The Crab Creek Slumps have been graded and the road is relatively flat in that section now. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for additional information (509)395-3402.
Forest Road 93 Open Open 02/14/2024: Forest Road 93 is closed at milepost 6.95 due to a severe washout. Road signs are posted at the beginning of each side of FR 93 to alert drivers of the inability to drive the entire length of road. The road is currently covered in snow, but remains open up to milepost 6.95 where barricades are blocking the road located by the washout.
Forest Road 99 Closed Closed (11/25/2024): Due to nearly 2 feet of snow acccumulation reported at the Junction of  FS 25 and FS 99, the Seasonal Gate to FS Road 99 will close Monday morning, November 25, 2024.   Per the Motor Vehicle Use Map Designation, the gate will remain closed through July 1st, 2025, or until the snow melts and allows for safe public travel. SUMMER 2025 TRAVEL ADVISORY: Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25 between Clearwater Overlook and Elk Pass Trailhead, Northbound travel to Randle and Windy Ridge is blocked. Access to Windy Ridge and Forest Road 99 is ONLY accessible from the north via traveling south from Randle, WA. Learn More.
Harmony Falls Viewpoint Closed Closed 10/23/2024: Harmony Falls Viewpoint is closed for the season, and recreation fees are not being collected at this time. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible from Cougar. Contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800.Learn More.
Horse Camp: Cody Closed Closed (11/25/2024):  As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June.
Horse Camp: Falls Creek Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Horse Camp: Kalama Open Open 06/17/2024: Kalama Horse Camp is open for the season. Trail #204 Cinnamon Trail and #242A Kalama Falls Trail, which depart from the horse camp trailhead, remain closed due to fire damage. Forest Road 81 may still have patches of snow in places, but should relatively be snow free, including many of the trails from the camp like Toutle Trail. Trails may not be cleared however of any fallen trees from winter damage, so please use caution. Conact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800 and press option 0 to reach the front desk. 
Horse Camp: Keenes Unreachable Unreachable (11/25/2024): As seasons change, weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for travel conditions before heading out on your next adventure. Check current weather here.
Horse Camp: Lewis River Closed Closed 10/19/2024: campground is closed for the winter season. When it is open there is a $15 charge per site per night. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509) 395-3402.
Horse Camp: Mt. Adams Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Campground is closed for the winter season. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Horse Camp: Walupt Open Open (11/04/2024): Current snow fall about 4-6 inches on ground and all surrounding area and continued snow fall is anticipated. Check weather.gov before making your trip to this location between November and June. Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Visitors need to follow dispersed camping rules (Mid Sept - Late April),  and are expected to PACK OUT their own trash upon leaving the area. 
Huckleberry Access Open Open During the season, remember to get your free-use huckleberry picking permit online at https://gp.fs2c.usda.gov/gp/. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Interpretive Site: Basket Tree Open Open 06/09/2024: Site is accessible. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Interpretive Site: Berry Fields Open Open 06/09/2024: Site is accessible. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Interpretive Site: Layser Cave Open Open 6/1/24: Trail is accessible but you may drive past it. It is 1.58 miles from Junction of Forest Road 23. Road to trailhead is steep and may have some minor hazards, travel with caution. Due to elevation this site will be inaccessible due to snow in winter/spring. 
Interpretive Site: Peterson Prairie Closed Closed The interpretative board is in place. For further information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402.
Johnston Ridge Observatory Unreachable Unreachable 07/16/2024: Johnston Ridge Observatory is unreachable due to a landslide that has blocked both lanes of traffic on State Route 504. A gate is closed by the Hummocks Trailhead, preventing further travel on State Route 504. It is estimated that Johnston Ridge may be open in 2027, depending on repair work progress. Further updates on when the visitor center will open will be made available as soon as possible. Learn More. Contact Mt. St. Helens Ranger District for more information. 360-449-7800.
Lava Canyon Interpretive Site Open Open 12/12/2024: Access to this site is only possible via winter recreation vehicles such as sno-mobiles. The gate to Marble Mountain Sno*Park is now closed for the season, preventing access beyond this point for reglar highway vehicle traffic. The road is not plowed intentionally for winter recreation purposes beyond this point.
Lewis River Open Open Check Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife regulations for fishing season and rules.
Lewis River Recreation Area Open Open 09/06/2024: Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required. Tickets will again be required starting sometime in Mid-June, 2025. The LRRA is a 10-mile corridor along FR 90 that begins at FR 9075 and ends just east of the Speed Trail. In the summer season Parking Reservation Tickets are required to park at designated Trailheads in this area. When required the Parking Reservation Tickets are available from Recreation.gov. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station, 509-395-3402.
Loowit #216- Butte Camp to Ptarmigan Trail None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit #216- Castle Ridge to Sheep Canyon Trai None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit Trail #216- Ape Canyon to Windy Trail None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit Trail #216- June Lake to Ape Canyon Trail None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit Trail #216- Ptarmigan to June Lake Trail None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit Trail #216- Sheep Canyon to Butte Camp Trai None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Loowit Trail #216- Windy to Castle Ridge Trail None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Meta Lake Interpretive Site Closed Closed 10/26/2024: Meta Lake is closed for the season. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar. FR 25 is closed between Elk Pass Trailhead from the north, and just past the intersection with FR 93 from the south. 
Monitor Ridge Climbing Route Open Open For conditions on the climbing routes below Monitor Ridge, please visit the following Trailhead Pages: 12/27/2024: ⚠️ Important Alert: The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has made the avalanche risk on Mount St. Helens RED for Friday 12/27 and Saturday 12/28 due to an incoming snow storm and lots of new snow accumulation. Please exercise caution around all areas with a slope over 35 degrees as you could trigger a large enough avalanche to be fatal. Please check the NWAC Avalanche forecast for more information.
Mount Margaret Backcountry Closed Closed 12/12/2024: There are no current conditions of the area at this time. Trails to Mount Margaret Backcountry are most likely covered with deep snow, requring the used of snowshoes. Permits are required from April to November to camp overnight in this area. 
Mount St. Helens Area Open Open Always make sure to check road conditions before your trip. View the list of key roads in the Mount St. Helens area and select the link to view current road conditions: 
Mount St. Helens East: Forest Roads 25 & 99 Closed Closed Current Conditions as of (11/25/24): No access to Forest Road 99 due to snow accumulation making conditions hazardous. Gate has been closed. 
  • Forest Road 99: FR 99 is open providing access to Windy Ridge and other trails in the area. All recreation sites are closed for the winter, including restrooms.  
  • Forest Road 25: A section of FR 25 remains closed between just south of Clearwater Overlook and Elk Pass Trailhead. Access to Windy Ridge and FR 99 is only possible from the north from Randle, WA. Travel to this area from the south section of FR 25 is blocked.
Mount St. Helens South: Forest Roads 83 & 81 Open Open Latest update as of 12/12/2024: 
  • Forest Road 83 past Marble Mountain Sno*park is closed. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 83 for up to date information.
  • Forest Road 81 to Kalama Horse Camp is closed for Winter Recreation. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 81 for up to date information.
  • Forest Road 81-830 to Climber's Bivouac is closed for the season. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 830 for up to date information.
Mount St. Helens Summit Open Open 12/27/2024:⚠️ Important Alert: The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has made the avalanche risk on Mount St. Helens RED for Friday 12/27 and Saturday 12/28 due to an incoming snow storm and lots of new snow accumulation. Please exercise caution around all areas with a slope over 35 degrees as you could trigger a large enough avalanche to be fatal. Please check the NWAC Avalanche forecast for more information.  
  • Know Before You Go: Check the Climbing Conditions Report via Mount St Helens Institute. Follow @MtStHelensNVM on Twitter. Check Mountain Weather Forecast.
  • Safety Alert: A cornice (giant, overhanging mass of snow) forms every year at the summit and can release at any time, plunging into the crater. Stay well back from the edge and do not trust tracks already present! The actual rim edge is not where it appears to be. Walking to the edge is dangerous. 

  • Glissading is the number one source of serious injuries. Take crampons off & glissade only when the snow is soft. Beware of glissade trails that end in rocks, ice or cliffs. Watch out for glissade trails that put you in the woods far from the climbing route. 

Mount St. Helens West: State Highway 504 Open Open 11/26/2024: Both lanes of State Route 504 remain closed due to a significant landslide in the vicinity of Coldwater Lake near milepost 51. Access to Johnston Ridge Observatory is estimated to be restored sometime in 2027. The road is currently closed at the seasonal closure gate by Hummocks Trail. An alternative visitor center is the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater which is open Friday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm until December when they close until next season. The gates at the parking lot will be locked at 4 daily to accommodate overnight field trips. Updates will be made as soon as they are available. Contact Mt. St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information. 360-449-7800 and press option 0 to reach the front desk.
Mt. Adams Summit Open Open 10/26/2024: The summit is now snow covered. Conditions can change throughout the year from accumulating snow in the winter to mostly snow free in the summer. To check out current conditions please view the latest Mt. Adams Climbing Conditions Report, updated on weekly during the permit season May 1st thru September 30th. For more information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Observation Site: Mt. Rainier-Goat Rocks Open Open 6/28/24: Views are weather dependent. No issues with access.
Observation Site: Palisades Open Open Open from Highway 12 year-round if you can pass safely during winter months. See Washington State DOT  for road conditions and updates. 
Pacific Crest Trail #2000 Open Open 10/26/2024: The PCT through Mt. Adams Wilderness is open but might have snow on parts of it. Sections of the PCT through the other areas of the Ranger District are logged out from Stabler to the junction with Blue Lake Trail in Indian Heaven and from the junction with Bear Lake in Indian Heaven to the junction with FR 88. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.  
Pine Creek Information Center Closed Closed 06/24/2024: Pine Creek Information Center is closed until further notice.
Platinum Creek Day-Use Parking (Lewis River) Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Day use area is closed for the winter season In the season when reservations are required, tickets are obtained online at Recreation.gov. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Recreation Rental: Gotchen Creek Guard Station Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Gotchen Cabin is closed for the winter season. It will be available for rental again in the spring of 2025. When available a two night minimum stay is required on weekends. To make reservations go to www.recreation.gov. Please contact the Ranger District at (509) 395-3402. prior to arriving at the cabin to check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather or storms that may affect the quality of your visit. Fee is $85 per night.
Recreation Rental: Gov. Mineral Springs Cabin Open Open 05/03/2024: The road to the cabin is snow free. The cabin is available for rent 7 days a week. A two night minimum stay is required on weekends. Fee is now $85 per night. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for information 509-395-3402.
Recreation Rental: Peterson Prairie Cabin Open Open 06/09/2024: Cabin is accessible by road. Rental fee is now $75 per night. Reservations can be made at www. recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for information 509-395-3402.
Science and Learning Center at Coldwater Open Open 12/3/2024: The US Forest Service Visitor Center at the Coldwater Science and Learning Center, located at milepost 43 along State Route 504, will close for the winter on Monday, December 16th. The Coldwater Visitor Center is expected to re-open for the 2025 season on Saturday May 17, 2025, in time for the 45th anniversary of the eruption of Mount St. Helens. Hummocks trailhead and Coldwater Lake boat launch & day-use area will remain open all winter, as road and weather conditions allow.
Site: Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Area Open Open 03/19/2024: Coldwater Lake is open. State Route 504 is gated at the winter gate just beyond the Hummocks Trailhead.
Site: Hemlock Picnic Area Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Site is accessible but is not being maintained. There is no fee for use of the site at any time of the year. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Site: Ice Cave Picnic Area Closed Closed 10/28/2024: SWarm clothes, good shoes and a headlamp per person are recommended. There is a $5 day use fee payable with cash in a fee envelope or by use of a NWFP or Interagency Pass. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402
Site: Iron Creek Picnic Area Open Open Site is open year round. 
Site: La Wis Wis Picnic Area Closed Closed (11/25/2024): Closed for the season.
Site: Lower Falls Day Use Closed Closed 10/28/2024 Day use area is not being maintained during the winter season. When it is maintained there is a $5 day use fee. Use a NWFP or an Interagency Pass or pay on-site ($5 cash/check). Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required in 2024. Tickets will again be required during the season in 2025. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Site: Marble Mountain Group Picnic Shelter None None
Site: Smith Creek Picnic and Viewpoint Area Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Smith Creek Picnic/Viewpoint is closed. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar.Learn More.
Site: Walupt Lake Day Use Picnic Area Unreachable Unreachable 12/3/24: Expected to be unreachable. Snow accummulation 4-6 inches on 11/4/24. Please always check weather.gov before making a trip to this location during the months of November to June. No garbage pick up or bathroom maintenance will be provided during off season from September 2024 to June 2025. Public users may still utilize the recreation site off season but must follow our Dispersed Camping policy and are expected to practice Leave No Trace principles and PACK-OUT all trash when leaving the forest.
Site: Woods Creek Watchable Wildlife Area Tr. #247 Open Open 05/13/2024: Trail is open and accessible, but be aware that there are some trees down on the trail. A Northwest Forest day/annual pass or interagency pass is required at the trailhead. Passes can be purchased at Cowlitz Valley Ranger district, or on online as well as at participating local vendors. Please follow Leave No Trace principles when recreating in the forest.
Sno-Park: Atkisson Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Cougar Open Open 12/12/2024: Forest Road 81 to Cougar Sno*Park is open. The Sno*Park may have packed snow in the parking lot, but it does not prevent access into the park. Sno*Park Permits are required from December 1 to March 31. You may purchase Sno*Park Permits in advance online or from a vendor. 
Sno-Park: Flattop Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Government Mineral Springs Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Johnson Creek Open Open (12/17/24):  One (1) to two (2) inches of snow on roads. Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31. This Sno-Park is managed by Washington State Parks. For more information regarding Sno-Park Fees, trail grooming schedules and maps, please visit https://parks.wa.gov/130/Winter-Recreation.
Sno-Park: Koshko Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Lone Butte Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Marble Mountain Open Open 12/20/2024: Sno*Park Permits are required from December 1 to March 31. You may purchase Sno*Park Permits in advance online or from a vendor. Due to a lack of snowpack, there is no trail grooming at this time until snowpack levels increase. All climbing travel requires snowshoes or skis with skins, crampons, and an ice ax for hard ice especially on the upper mountain. Navigation for climbing will be very challenging, and there will be a lot of fog and whiteouts as footprints disappear in minutes under these conditions. It is strongly recommended that you check the avalanche forecast on the NWAC before you go. 12/30/2024: Snow depths at Marble Mountain Sno-Park are inconsistent, ranging from 0 inches in the forest to approximately 8 inches on trails. Parking lot is plowed. 
Sno-Park: McClellan Meadows Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Oldman Pass Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Orr Creek Open Open (2/3/25):  Roads are actively being groomed and maintained for Snow Recreation. High clearance and traction tires are advised up to Sno-Park. Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31. This Sno-Park is managed by Washington State Parks. For more information regarding Sno-Park Fees, trail grooming schedules and maps, please visit https://parks.wa.gov/130/Winter-Recreation SEE RESTRICTIONS Section. Active snow mobile road route closed to all wheeled vehicles.
Sno-Park: Pineside Open Open 12/12/2024: Sno-park is now open for the season. In the winter for winter grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 for current conditions. Washington Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Rush Creek Closed Closed This sno park is no longer maintained. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509)395-3402.
Sno-Park: Skate Creek Closed Closed (11/25/2024): ALERT: Skate Creek Sno-Park is temporarily closed for the 2024-2025 season. If you were planning to come for the day, please visit one of our other parks. Learn more about this closure.    
Sno-Park: Smith Butte Closed Closed This sno park is not maintained and is not accessible in the winter. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Sno-Park: SnowKing Open Open 04/05/2024: Snow Park is closed for the summer season. For current conditions contact Mt. Adams Ranger District. Washington State Sno-Park permit required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Trail of Two Forests Open Open 04/02/2024: Forest Road 83 remains clear to the Sno*Park and Sno*Park Permits are no longer required. Plowing is finished for the year. Contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800.
Sno-Park: Wakepish Open Open  (1/14/25): Compact Snow and Ice from Junction of 99 to Wakepish Snow Park. Compact snow and ice in park. Groomed regularly. Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31. This Sno-Park is managed by Washington State Parks. For more information regarding Sno-Park Fees, trail grooming schedules and maps, please visit https://parks.wa.gov/130/Winter-Recreation.
Trail #1 Boundary Open Open 06/08/2023: Hummocks Trailhead and Johnston Ridge Trailhead for the Boundary Trail are unreachable due to a closure on State Route 504 at MP 43 due to an active landslide, Learn More.  The Norway Pass and Elk Pass trailheads will reopen later this season as the snow melts off the road.
Trail #10 High Camp Open Open 08/08/2024: Trail is inaccessible due to the Williams Mine fire closure order. In season mosquito repellent is recommended. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #101: Walupt Lake Open Open 11/4/24: Snow fall accumulation 4-6 inches and expected to have continued snow fall. Generally this area will no longer be accessible by wheeled vehicle from December to June. 
Trail #102 Filloon Open Open 07/14/2024: Tral is logged out. Mosquito repellent recommended. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #103 Ponderosa Open Open 07/14/2024: Trail is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #104 Spacing Study Open Open 07/14/2024: Trail is accessible. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #106 Hidden Lakes Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is accessible. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trail #107 Sawtooth Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail and the loop that includes the PCT is logged out. Mosquito repellent recommended. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #108 Cultus Creek Open Open 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.
Trail #11 Snipes Mountain Closed Closed 08/08/2024: Trail is closed by the Williams Mine fire. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Trail #110 Green Mountain Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service
Trail #111 Thomas Lake Open Open 09/21/2024: Trail is snow free and logged out. Area is mostly mosquito free. In the summer mosquito repellent is strongly recommended. The trail is accessible from FR 6507 and from FR 65 with high clearance. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #112 Divide Camp Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions hereNational Weather Service Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for additional information, 509-395-3402.
Trail #113 Killen Creek Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open. For current information contact the Mt. Adams Range District (509) 395-3402.
Trail #114 High Line Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open. Mosquito repellent recommended in season. Trail Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #115 Spring Creek Open Open 8/5/24: Clearing performed by volunteer efforts of Backcountry Horsemen Washington .
Trail #116 High Lakes Unreachable Unreachable 8/9/24: ALERT: Williams Mine Fire.  For additional information: Fire Mangment page. Trails are not officially closed but road barricades block access the High Lakes area such as Horseshoe Lake, Keenes Horse Camp, Olallie Lake, Council Lake, Takhlakh Lake and surrounding trails. See the Forest Road 23 and 2329 Alert to check on status. Previous Update: 8/5/24: High Lakes Trail cleared to Keenes Horse Camp. Leave No Trace. Heavy mosquito population. No creating new trails into forest for ATV use!
Trail #117 Council Bluff Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service
Trail #12 Stagman Ridge Open Open 10/21/2024: Trail was severely damaged by the Williams Mine fire. A high snag hazard exists on the trail. There is severe re-burn on Grassy Hill. Read information about hiking in burned areas( Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember that hiking this trail is at your own risk. Call Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #122 North Fork Open Open 05/01/2024: Trail is open and accessible, however trees are down on the trail. One tree in particular is very difficult to pass. Please exercise caution when hiking.
Trail #124 Paradise Open Open 07/01/2024; Trail may be accessible, but use caution as there may be logs down on the trail. For information contact Mt. Adams Range Station (509) 395-3402.
Trail #129 Huffman Peak Open Open 07/16/2024: Trail is accessible from the Upper Siouxon Trailhead on FR 5701. Please use caution when hiking this area due to wildfire damage. Contact the Mt. St. Helen's Ranger District for more information. 360-449-7800.
Trail #13 Muddy Meadows Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402, for further information.
Trail #130 Siouxon Open Open 06/13/2024: Trail has been reported to be snow free up to at least Horseshoe Falls. Siouxon Trail is accessible from Upper Siouxon Trailhead. The road is closed beyond the Upper Siouxon Trailhead (Huffman Peak Trailhead) due to wildfire damage. Barricades block access beyond Upper Siouxon Trailhead for the last 3.0 miles of FR 5701. Logging activity in Washington Department of Natural Resources Forest land is underway, and logging trucks are accessing Forest Road 54 for travel. Use extreme caution when driving Forest Road 54 to the Upper Siouxon Trailhead. 
Trail #130A Chinook Creek Open Open 07/16/2024: The trail is open. Hikers must use caution when hiking in this area due to wildfire damage. 
Trail #132 Observation Open Open 06/23/2024: Trailhead is accessible and the trail is logged out from Trailhead on FR 58 to the Peak. Trail was burned over in 2020 and may be difficult to follow in parts. Hikers travel at their own risk. Please review information about safety tips for burned areas. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #132A Observation Peak Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is logged out. Trail was burned over in 2020. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402
Trail #132B Shortcut Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402
Trail #133 Soda Peaks Lake Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is logged out. Mosquito repellent is recommended. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #135 Big Huckleberry Open Open 6/16/2024: Trail is accessible from either direction on the PCT. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #137 Panther Creek Falls Open Open 06/09/2024: The falls are accessible. On the trail the boards at the landing can be slick, proceed with caution. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #139 East Fork None None 07/16/2024: Conditions are unknown due to wildfire damage from the Sunset Fire.Trail receives little travel or maintenance. 
Trail #14 Steamboat Viewpoint Open Open 06/23/2024: In hiking season the trail may be accessible if driving a 4WD and High Clearance vehicle. The road has not been maintained for years and has deep ruts. Trail has been logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #140 Horseshoe Ridge Temporarily Closed Temporarily Closed 8/9/24: Evacuation precaution measures in effect due to William Mine Fire. You cannot access this area: see the Forest Road 23 and 2329 Alert
Trail #145 Bunker Hill Open Open 05/03/2024: Trail may be accessible, but use caution as it may not have been logged out for the 2024 season. For information contact Mt Adams Range Station 509-395-3402
Trail #146 Grassy Knoll Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is mostly logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information 509-395-3402.
Trail #149A Cedar Creek Open Open 6/16/224: Trail is accessible from the PCT and FR 68. In hiking season there is an easy creek crossing. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #15 Peeled Cedar Open Open 6/16/224: Trail is accessible. Trail is logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #152 Falls Creek Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail has been logged out for its full length. This trail shares a parking lot with Trail #152A. There is a $5 fee to park payable with a NWFP, or an Interagency pass or $5 cash. In season the trail is also accessible from the trailhead on Forest Road 65. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #152A Falls Creek Falls Open Open 04/05/2024: Trail is accessible and has been cleared of downed material. Trailhead parking requires a $5 fee payable with a NWFP, or an Interagency pass or cash. This trail shares a parking lot with Trail #152. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #153 Paradise Hills Open Open Trail is accessible from July 1 to August 31 when FR 6401 is open. For further information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District, 509-395-3402.
Trail #155 West Crater Open Open 06/30/2024: Trailhead is on FR 34. This road will have logging activity this season. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #156 Wildcat Open Open 07/16/2024: The trail is open. Hikers must use caution when hiking in this area due to wildfire damage. 
Trail #157 McClellan Meadows Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is logged out. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #158 Big Hollow Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail has been logged out for its full length. Trail was damaged in the 2020 fire, hikers travel at their own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402
Trail #159 Terminator Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #16 Shorthorn Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Trail condition is hazardous and there are snags. Read about hiking in burned areas( Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember hiking this trail is at your own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #17 Stabler Camp Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is accessible. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.
Trail #171 Indian Race Track Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is mostly snow free and is logged out. It is wet after melt out. Mosquito repellent is strongly recommended. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #171A Shortcut Open Open 06/30/2024: Trail is accessible but wet. In season mosquito repellent is recommended. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #172 Bluff Mountain Open Open 03/19/2024: Bluff Mountain Trail is open.
Trail #173 Summit Springs Open Open 03/19/2024: Be aware that closures are in affect in some areas due to Sunset Fire, https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8436.
Trail #174 Sunset Falls Open Open 03/19/2024: The Sunset Falls trail is open.
Trail #175 Starway Open Open 03/19/2024: Starway Trail is open.
Trail #176 Elk Lake Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is logged out. The section of the PCT that connects Elk Lake Trail with the 33/108 loop is also logged out. Mosquito repellent strongly recommended. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509) 395-3402.
Trail #179 Lemei Lake Open Open 06/30/2024: The trail is accessible and logged out. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509) 395-3402.
Trail #18 Table Mountain Open Open 7/13/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For more information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #180A Ed's Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail #180A Ed's is oepn.
Trail #180B Chinook Open Open 03/19/2024: Chinook Trail is open.
Trail #180C Sturgeon Rock Open Open 03/19/2024: Sturgeon Rock Trail is open.
Trail #180F Pyramid Rock/Grouse Vista Open Open 03/19/2024: Pyramid Rock/Grouse Vista is open.
Trail #183 South Climb Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Trail is open but inaccessible because of the 500 spur road closure. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509)395-3402.
Trail #184 Lava Canyon Open Open 12/12/2024: Access to this site is only possible via winter recreation vehicles such as sno-mobiles. The gate to Marble Mountain Sno*Park is now closed for the season, preventing access beyond this point for reglar highway vehicle traffic. The road is not plowed intentionally for winter recreation purposes beyond this point.
Trail #185 Wood Lake Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is snow free but not logged out. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #187 Iron Creek Campground Loop Open Open 4/1/24: Please read current Forest Order No. 06-03-05-24-01 for specific areas of this trail system that were affected by the 2023 Iron Creek Campground Fire.
Trail #19 Cussed Hollow Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible from FR 93 approaching from the east or from the Wright Meadow Trail. FR 93 from the west is blocked by a wash out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #191 Zig Zag Lake Open Open 03/19/2024: Trailhead may be accessible, but the trail may not have been logged for the season. For information contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information 360-449-7800.
Trail #192.1 Trapper Creek Open Open 10/07/2024: Trail is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #192.2 Trapper Creek Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is logged out the the junction with the Soda Peaks Trail. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-340212/
Trail #194 Dry Creek Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open but the Trailhead is not being maintained and parking is free. In the season there is a $5 parking fee. Fee can be paid with cash in the fee envelope, or by use of a NW Forest or Interagency Pass. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #195 Big Slide Primitive Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #198 Sunshine Primitive Trail Open Open 07/15/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #1: Boundary- Elk Pass to Yellow Jacket None None 6/24/24: Conditions are unknown. Expect snow if you get to elevations above 5,000.
Trail #1: Boundary- Hummocks to Johnston Ridge Open Open 06/24/2024: Hummocks Trailhead is open and accessible, free and clear of obstructions. There are a couple of areas near Loowit Viewpoint that may be a little challenging to cross due to previous washouts on the Boundary Trail, but it is otherwise crossbale. Use caution on these particular sections of the trail. The boundary rope at Loowit Viewpoint is frayed and on the ground. There is no running water sources along the trail at this time, and the area is officially dry. 
Trail #1: Boundary- Johnston Ridge to Truman Trail Open Open 03/19/2024: The Hummocks Trailhead is now open to access the Boundary Trail. The Johnston Ridge Trailhead for the Boundary Trail is unreachable due to a closure on State Route 504 due to an active landslide. Learn More
Trail #1: Boundary- Norway Pass TH to Norway Pass Open Open 12/18/2024: Due to heavy winter conditions, it is likely that this trail is not accessible until the snow melts. Winter storms may have blown trees and branches down onto the trail, which may have at least a few inches to a couple of feet of snow, depending on the elevation. 
Trail #1: Boundary- Norway Pass to Elk Pass Open Open 12/18/2024: Due to heavy winter conditions, it is likely that this trail is not accessible until the snow melts. Winter storms may have blown trees and branches down onto the trail, which may have at least a few inches to a couple of feet of snow, depending on the elevation. 
Trail #1: Boundary- Truman #207 to Norway Pass Open Open 12/18/2024: Due to winter conditions, it is likely that this trail may be experiencing blown trees and branches down onto the trail, which may have at least a few inches to a couple of feet of snow, depending on the elevation. 
Trail #1: Boundary- Yellow Jacket to Council Lake Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): TRAIL #1 the Boundary Trail. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service
Trail #1C Boulder None None 06/30/2023: Trail conditions unknown at this time. Contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #1E Harry's Ridge Open Open 07/11/2024: Harry's Ridge Trail is accessible via the Hummocks Trail and the Boundary Trail. Due to a significant landslide on State Route 504 around mile post 51 Johnston Ridge Observatory is currently inaccessible.
Trail #2 Summit Prairie Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #200 Lava Butte Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible because Paradise Creek CG, the location of the trail, is open. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #2000 Pacific Crest, Mt. Adams area Open Open 10/19/2024: The PCT is open through the Mount Adams Wilderness area. The section of the PCT from Stabler to Crest TH and the section from the north tip of Indian Heaven to FR 88 are logged out and accessible. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #2000 Pacific Crest, William O. Douglas Open Open (11/05/2024): WINTER CONDITIONS: Snow accumulation at elevations above 3,500 feet. It might be difficult to navigate at higher elevations. Beware of hazards due to deep snow and hiden crevasses. Slush and ice ontop of snow pack. Unstable snowfields on ridges. 
Trail #2000: Pacific Crest Trail, Goat Rocks Open Open (11/04/2024):  WINTER CONDITIONS: Recent significant snowfall is covering the trail, and hiking through the area is not recommended. Most Trailheads are not accesible due to snow accumulations, during the months of December through July. REMINDER: Camping or building a fire is prohibited within Shoe Lake Basin. 
Trail #201 Eruption Unreachable Unreachable 03/19/2024: Due to a significant landslide on State Route 504 around mile post 51 Johnston Ridge Observatory and the Eruption Trail are currently inaccessible. Learn More.
Trail #202 Rim Primitive Trail Open Open 07/04/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #205 Goat Creek None None 08/09/2024: Access road for Goak Creek Trailhead may currently be closed due to wildfire season. Alternative access is located at the Goat Mountain Trail #217 via Forest Road 26 by Ryan Lake. Contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800. 
Trail #207 Truman (Willow Springs #207A) Open Open 07/11/2024: Forest Road 99 is now open, providing access to the Windy Ridge Viewpoint and other trails in the area. Due to the Spirit Lake Tunnel Outlet construction, the following areas are closed Monday through Friday, but open on weekends and all federal holidays:
  • Windy Ridge Parking Area for just the Construction Staging Area (Closed 7 days a week)
  •  FR 99 Extesion Road from Windy Ridge to TR 207 Truman Trail
  • TR 207 - Truman Trail
    • From TR 216E Windy Trail to TR 1 - Boundary Trail
  • TR 216 D - Plains of Abraham Trail
    • TR 216 Loowit Trail to FR 99 Extention Road
  • TR 216 E - Windy Trail
    • From TR 207 Truman to TR 216 Loowit
  • TR 207A - Willow Springs Trail
    • From TR 216 Loowit to TR 207 Truman
  • TR 1E - Harry's Ridge
Trail #209: Deer Way (Primitive) Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #21 Tillicum Open Open 07/013/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #210 Meta Lake Open Open 07/16/2024: Forest Road 99 is now open for the season, providing access to Meta Lake, the Windy Ridge Viewpoint, and other trails in the area. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar. Access to this area will be heavily dependent on snow levels. Melt out usually occurs sometime in June or July. Learn More.
Trail #211 Lakes Open Open 03/19/2024: Lakes Trail is open and accessible. Johnston Ridge is unreachable by vehicle due to a closure on State Route 504 at MP 45.2 due to a landslide. Learn More
Trail #213 Green River Open Open 03/19/2024: Bridge near junction with Trail #213A is in disrepair and not suitable for horses. High clearance vehicles are recommended for portions of Forest Road 26. See All Trails https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/goat-mountain-and-green-river-loop-trail or Washington Trail Association for recent hiking reports.Green River — Washington Trails Association (wta.org)
Trail #216 Loowit None None 12/12/2024: No current conditions reports are available at this time. The trail is likely experiencing wintery conditions, snow over the trail, fallen trees, and other conditions that may make travel along this trail difficult. Snowshoes, cross country skiis may be required if you plan on traveling this route. 
Trail #216A Ptarmigan Unreachable Unreachable 11/26/2024: Due to heavy snow accumulation, and snow depths ranging from a few inches to at least two feet. Climber's Bivouac on Forest Road 81-830 is now closed, and the road is impassable. All climbers must now use the Worm Flows Winter Route from Marble Mountain Sno*Park on Forest Road 83.
Trail #216B June Lake Open Open 06/12/2024: ALERT! A washout occurred on Forest Road 83 in October 2023 and may make it difficult to get to June Lake Trailhead. 4x4 and high clearance strongly recommended due to deep flowing water across a mixture of sand and mud. It is very easy​ to get stuck in this mixture. Please use caution if you decide to attempt to drive through. Signage is also posted before the washout. Contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800 and press option 0 to reach the front desk. 
Trail #216D: Abraham Open Open 10/23/2024: The area should have bountiful water sources with the return of wetting rains and very brief snowfall. The trail is in good shape, and free of any snow, though there might be some plant overgrowth along the trail. 
Trail #216E Windy Open Open 07/16/2024: Forest Road 99 is now open, providing access to the Windy Ridge Viewpoint and other trails in the area. Trail access may be interrupted due to the Spirit Lake Tunnel Outlet construction until October 31. A section of Forest Road 25 is closed between milepost 13.7 and milepost 15. For more information, see order: Gifford Pinchot National Forest - News & Events (usda.gov). You may also call the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800. 
Trail #217 Goat Mountain Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail is open.
Trail #217A Vanson Peak Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail is open.
Trail #218 Tumwater Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail is open.
Trail #222 Ryan Lake Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Trail is in the process of decommission and is not a viable trail at this time. 
Trail #224 Harmony Open Open 07/16/2024: Forest Road 99 is open for the season, providing access to the Windy Ridge Viewpoint and other trails in the area. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible from Cougar. Contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800. Learn More.
Trail #225 Smith Creek Unreachable Unreachable 1/2/2025: Trailhead unreachable by vehicle due to deep snow and gate closed at 99 Windy Ridge Junction.
Trail #227 Independence Pass Open Open 07/16/2024: Forest Road 99 is now open for the season, providing access to Independence Pass Trailhead, the Windy Ridge Viewpoint, and other trails in the area. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar. Access to the area is heavily dependent on snow levels. At this time, the trail is unreachable due to snow levels on Forest Road 25 and Forest Road 99. This area will be accessible sometime in June or July when the snow melts out. Learn More.
Trail #227A Independence Ridge Not Cleared Not Cleared 05/09/2024 and onward: Independence Pass Trail has experienced significant washouts- visitors cannot safely hike beyond the first 1.5 miles of the trail from the Independence Pass trailhead and will be unable to connect with the Boundary Trail.
Trail #228 Covel Creek Open Open 7/3/24: July 15th - Aug 2nd, a road closure on FR76 from Milepost 0 to Milepost .76 for a culvert replacement (project was delayed due to high level of water in stream)
Trail #228A Covel Creek Falls Open Open 7/3/24: There are two ways to access this trail. A trailhead off Forest Road 2801 is a steep incline for approximately .5 miles and then the trail will become somewhat level to creek. You must cross creek to access the connected trails to falls. The popular starting point is near Cipsus Learning Center off Forest Road 76. Both routes are accessible and no issues reported. Future Trip Planning (road work and delays due to a culvert construction project starting July 15th thru Aug 2nd)  
Trail #228B Angel Falls Loop Open Open 05/01/2024: The trail is accesible and open, but there are trees across the trail. None of them are too difficult to get beyind. For additional trail info and background, please also refer to Washington Trail Association or All Trails for current hiking conditions reported by other hikers. Covel Creek Falls and Angel Falls Trail: 513 Reviews, Map - Washington | AllTrails & Angel Falls Loop — Washington Trails Association (wta.org)
Trail #229 Hummocks Open Open 12/18/2024: Snow is on the trail up to two inches deep, increasing to six inches deep to elevations of 3,100 feet. A tree of 6-8 inches in diameter is across the hummocks trail at 0.2 miles from the parking lot when hiking counter clockwise. 
Trail #230 Coldwater Open Open 06/24/2024: The trail is open and clear of any obstacles. There maybe some overgrowth areas, but otherwise the trail is clear. Northwise has several small stream crossings requiring caution, but the south side the trail is in fairly good condition. 
Trail #230A South Coldwater Open Open 06/24/2024: Alder bushes along the trail are growing over, especially in the more narrower portions of the washout sections by Blastzone Butte, so please use caution when hiking this section of the trail due to the steep drop off edge. The trail is otherwise clear and free of other obstacles. 
Trail #232 Winds of Change Open Open 07/16/2024: The Winds of Change Trail is open for the season.
Trail #233 Trail of Two Forests Open Open 06/24/2024: Forest Road 83 is clear all the way to Trail of Two Forests and beyond. There is some new railings installed, and some othe repairs in progress along the trail. Please use caution when visiting the area. Trail of Two Forests is completely snow free. 
Trail #234 Ape Canyon Open Open 11/07/2024: Expect snow on Ape Canyon, patchy for the first mile or so, and then consistent. Snow is deeper around 3,800 feet, and icy near the Loowit Junction. Microspikes are recommended. 
Trail #237 Blue Lake Open Open 07/16/2024: The trail is open and accessible, as well as snow free. 
Trail #238 Toutle Open Open 03/19/2024: Kalama Horse Camp is closed for the season. Trail #204 Cinnamon Trail, and #242A Kalama Falls Trail, which depart from the horse camp trailhead, remain closed due to trail damage from wildfire.
Trail #238A Butte Camp Open Open 07/03/2024: Butte Camp Trail is open and accessible. Forest Road 83 has a washout just before June Lake Trailhead. 4x4 and High Clearance are a must due to the sand/mud mixture with active flowing water. Compact cars have the highest level of risk getting stuck. The trail has two large logs blocking the trail that hikers will need to crawl over. Some patches of snow remain on the trail, but are passable with no special equipment needed. Mosquitos are in season, so it is strongly recommended to bring bug spray and wear netting until they die out sometime in August in the dryer portion of summer.
Trail #24 Bluff Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible by FR 93 from the east or from the Lewis River Trail. From the west FR 93 is blocked by a slide and is impassible. Trail is not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #240 Sheep Canyon Open Open 07/16/2024: The trail is open and accessible, as well as snow free. 
Trail #242 Fossil Open Open 03/19/2024: The #242 Fossil Trail is open.
Trail #247A Oldgrowth Loop Open Open 10/5/2021: Open. A Northwest Forest Pass or Interagency Pass is required to park at trailhead. No bathroom or trash services provided. Practice Leave No Trace.
Trail #252 Big Creek Open Open 8/19/24: Prepare for Streams Crossing and heavy mosquito population. Road 84 and 8440 are recently maintained. 
Trail #256 Burley Mountain None None 12/17/24: Snow and ice and hazardous conditions due to weather. Always be prepared when attempting to hike in winter. Forest Roads to lookout are not recommended for travel. Multiple access points possible to begin trail include Forest Road 76 and Forest Road 28. If traveling on Forest road 77 to lookout, expect rough road conditions, ruts, potholes, and steep terrain. High clearance vehicles with all-wheel or four-wheel drive, good suspension and tires, always recommended for travel.  Not recommended to travel when snow is present on road system. 
Trail #257 Badger Ridge Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible, however use caution as there may be snow or logs on the trail. It may not have been maintained for the season. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #259 Langille Ridge Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible, however use caution as there may be snow or logs on the trail. It may not have been maintained for the season. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #259A McCoy Peak Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible, however use caution as there may be snow or logs on the trail. It may not have been maintained for the season. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #26 Middle None None 07/15/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out.. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #260 Camp Creek Falls Open Open 3/15/24: Access to official trail is just north (left) of the gravel parking area above the brand new culvert replacement.  Generally a steep but quick hike to a view of a impressive waterfall. There is another trail from parking area that is to a different view and access. Down trees and limbs on trail leading up to viewpoint for waterfall.
Trail #261 Juniper Ridge Open Open 7/5/24: Washouts on Forest Road 29. Expect logging operations in 2025.
Trail #261A Sunrise Peak Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Access to this trail is from FS #2324. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service
Trail #262 Sunrise Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Access to this trail is from FS Road 2324. Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service
Trail #263 Dark Meadow Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here National Weather Service For more information, please contact the contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at (360) 497-1103.
Trail #265 East Canyon Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible from FR 5601 near Olallie Lake Campground or FR 2322, but the trail itself may have snow or fallen logs. Contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #266 High Rock Unreachable Unreachable 12/19/24: Road systems are not maintained for winter. Expect deep snow, ice and tree debri on road systems leading up to trailhead. Not reccommended for vehicle travel during winter months. Many hikers Snowshoe or hike with snowshoes or microspike equipment to trailhead. This is not a beginner level hike. 
Trail #269 Allen Mountain Open Open 10/4/2021: Trail was cleared in early-mid summer however current conditions are unknown.
Trail #270 Valley Open Open April 2024: Receives user and volunteer maintenance annually. However, major windstorms may cause unforeseen hazards from blow down or fallen trees.
Trail #275 Kraus Ridge Open Open 3/19/24: Clear of snow, minimal obstacles for hikers only. Mountain Bikers may have to stop or slow down often due to down tree limbs and debris on trails. See Restrictions section for Motorized use of this trail. 
Trail #283 Rough Open Open 06/30/2023: The Trailhead may be accessible from FR 29, but the trail may not have been cleared for the season, and there may still be snow present. Contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more info 360-497-1103.
Trail #29 Placid Lake Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible and logged out. There is a directional sign at the junction of FR 30 and the 420 spur to trailhead. Mosquitos are present and repellent recommended. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509)395-3402.7/24/2021:
Trail #290 Layser Cave Open Open 10/14/2022: Trail is accessible. Road to trailhead is steep and may have some minor hazards, travel with caution. Due to elevation this site will be inaccessible due to snow in winter/spring. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more info. 360-497--1103.
Trail #292: Mosquito Meadows Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible, however use caution as there may be snow or logs on the trail. It may not have been maintained for the season. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 360-497-1103.
Trail #29A Chenamus Lake Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible from the Placid Lake Trail and logged out. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #3 Craggy Peak Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #30 & #30A Spencer Butte & Breezy Point Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible and logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #31 Lewis River Open Open 05/10/2023: Trail is open from TH on 9039 to Quartz Creek TH. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #31 Lewis River, Curly Creek to Lower Falls Open Open 07/13/2024: Most of this section of trail is logged out with the exception of a short leg between Crab Creek and Lower falls. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #31 Lewis River, Lower Falls to Quartz Creek Open Open 05/10/2023: This segment of the trail is logged out and open. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #31A Curly Creek and Miller Creek Falls Open Open 07/01/2023: Curly Creek Falls is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402
Trail #31C Middle Falls Open Open 06/09/2024: Trail is open but not cleaned up. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #31E Speed Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail is accessible. This trail fords the Lewis River so caution is required. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #33 Indian Heaven Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible and logged out. During the hiking season a NWF or Interagency Pass or $5 cash or check in the fee envelope is required at Trailhead. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #33A Deep Lake Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is accessible via Trail 33. Trail is not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #34 Lemei Open Open 07/13/2024: Trail is logged out to the junction with the Wapiki Lake trail. In season mosquito repellent is recommended. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509)395-3402.
Trail #34A Wapiki Lake Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out.Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #35 Service None None 07/28/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #37 Sleeping Beauty Peak Open Open 6/16/224: Trail is accessible. There is a new directional sign at the junction of FR 8831 and Spur 040, the location of the TH. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for further information.
Trail #38 Wicky Creek Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Hazardous conditions exist on the trail and there are snags. Read information about hiking in burned areas(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember that hiking this trail is at your own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #39 Morrison Creek Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Hazardous conditions and snags exist on the trail. Both bridges burned but there are fords for hikers. Read information about hiking in burned areas(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember hiking this trail is at your own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information 509-395-3402
Trail #39A Wicky Shelter Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Trail condition is hazardous. Read information about hiking in burned areas(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember hiking this trail is at your own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #4 Snagtooth Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. Access by FR 9341 is again closed by a slide and is impassible. The Trail can be reached from the Quartz Creek Trail or the from the Boundary Trail. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.
Trail #40 Gotchen Creek Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Trail condition is hazardous with snags along the trail. Read information about hiking in burned areas(Burned Areas Safety on the PCT web site) before your go. Remember hiking this trail is at your own risk. For further information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402.
Trail #48 East Crater Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail is logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District further information 509-395-3402.
Trail #49 Little Huckleberry Open Open 09/06/2024: Trail is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #5 & #5B Quartz Creek & Quartz Creek Butte Open Open 08/28/2023: ALERT: Current fire activity poses risks to trail users. Avoid using this trail until further notice. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.
Trail #51 Big Tree Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was damaged by the Williams Mine Fire. Trail condition is hazardous and there are snags. Read information on hiking in burned areas(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before you go. Remember hiking this trail is at your own risk. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #52 Monte Carlo Open Open 07/28/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. Where trail crosses state land, trail finding might be necessary be sure to carry a map and compass. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #53 Monte Cristo Open Open 6/16/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #54 Buck Creek Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open and unburned to the junction with FR 8031. Upper Buck Creek north of FR 8031 was burned by the Williams Mine Fire and conditions are hazardous. Read information on hiking in burned areas(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site) before coming. Remember hiking this portion of the trail is at your own risk. For current information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #54A White Salmon River Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #55 Tombstone Lake Open Open 07/29/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #59 Whistle Punk Closed Closed 10/07/2024: Trail is closed for the season. For more information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Trail #5C: French Creek None None 07/29/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.
Trail #6 House Rock Open Open 07/01/2023: Trailhead may be accessible, but the trail may not have been logged for the season. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #64 Riley Camp Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #64A Riley South Open Open 09/21/2024: Trail is open. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #65 Bluff Lake Not Cleared Not Cleared 7/16/24: Road is barricaded due to projected culvert replacement work to be conducted summer 2024. Impassable washout approx. 1.5 miles before trailhead on 4612. No trail maintenance has been performed to date. Travel with caution. To learn about safety hazards when hiking in burned areas. Burned Area Report: fseprd1100224.pdf (usda.gov). 
Trail #67 Hand Shake Open Open 08/03/2024: Trail is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #70 Steamboat Lake Open Open 08/03/2024: In summer Steamboat Lake is accessible only with High clearance vehicles. The trail connects the Lake with the PCT. For further information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trail #71 Pine-Way Open Open 10/19/2024: Trail is open. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #72 Cold Springs Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was burned by the Williams Mine Fire: Hazards and snags exist on the trail. Read information about hiking in burned areas before going (Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site). Remember that you hike this trail at your own risk. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #73 Crofton Butte Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail was burned by the Williams Mine Fire. Trail was severely damaged and there is a high snag hazard. Read information about hiking in burned areas before you go(Burned Area Safety on the PCT web site). Remember that hiking this trail is at your own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #74 Pipeline Road Open Open 5/28/24: Conditions may be unfavorable due to season change.
Trail #75 Salt Creek Open Open 10/21/2024: Trail is open. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #78 Packwood Lake Open Open 09/08/2024: This area is open, practice Leave No Trace . Campfires are prohibited at this time due to VERY HIGH Fire Danger. See Current FOREST ORDER NO. 06-03-00-24-02 . If traveling from Packwood Lake to Mosquito lake, this trail is not passable with stock, multiple blow downs and large trees on trail. Some logging was performed just prior to Mosquito Lake.
Trail #79 Coyote Open Open 9/27/23: Trail conditions unknown - this trail just reopened 9/7/23 after a year long closure due to the 2022 Goat Rock Fire.
Trail #8 Langfield Falls Open Open 06/16/2024: The Falls are accessible. Mosquitos are present, repellent recommended. For information contact Mt Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #80 Wright Meadow Open Open 09/06/2024: Trail is snow free but not logged out. This trail is a motorized use trail. For information contact Mt Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #81 Upper Lake Creek Open Open 6/1/23: Trail maintenance performed. 
Trail #83 Iron Creek Oldgrowth Open Open March 2024: Most of trail is accessible except location affected by 2023 Iron Creek Fire. FOREST ORDER NO. 06-03-05-24-01
Trail #9 Round-the-Mountain Open Open 10/26 /2024: Trail is open but might have snow. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #91 Iron Creek Falls Open Open 6/1/24: No issues reported. Trailhead sign is not very visable from road way. The Trailhead is before Windy Ridge 99 Junction.
Trail #94 Jordan Creek Unreachable Unreachable 11/29/23: Reiteration 2021 report, trailhead not accessible by due to bridge closure on Forest Road Spur 2140. Washout is approximately 3 miles to trailhead. Trail conditions are unknown, may encounter unfavorable hiking conditions, blow down, hazardous obstacles, and overgrowth. Always check the local forecast before setting off on your hike and have a plan B. 
Trail #9A Looking Glass Lake Open Open 10/26/2024: Trail is open but might have snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail of Two Forests Interpretive Site Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail of Two Forests is open.
Trailhead: Angry Mountain Open Open 5/30/24: Conditions Unknown, expect down trees and limbs and obstacles on trail. Some snow as you ascend.
Trailhead: Ape Canyon Open Open 06/12/2024: The gate by Marble Mountain Sno*Park is now open, and the road is clear of snow up to Ape Canyon and Lahar Viewpoint. Snow may still be present on trails as well as any parking areas, so please use caution. For more information, contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Trailhead: Berry Patch Open Open 6/13/24: You can drive to the trailhead. There are down trees along roadway making road very narrow. You will encounter snow and hazardous hiking conditions on trail system 
Trailhead: Big Hollow Open Open 04/05/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Blue Lake ORV Open Open 05/25/3023: Open. Northwest Forest day/annual pass or interagency pass now required at Blue Lake ORV trailhead in the summer season. Passes can be purchased at a local ranger station, online and at participating local vendors. Please Tread Lightly. 
Trailhead: Bluff Lake Not Cleared Not Cleared 7/16/24: Trailhead is only accessible by foot. There is a road barricade on Forest Road Spur 4612 approximately 1.5 miles before trailhead. No trail maintenance has been performed to date. This area was affected by the 2022 Goat Rocks Fire. Please read about safety hazards when hiking in a burned area. 
Trailhead: Buck Creek-Lower Open Open 10/19/2024: Lower Trailhead is accessible. Lower Trailhead is on FR 8000.031 For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Clear Fork Open Open 09/02/2024: Trail is well logged out from the TH, past Lily Lake, until the Cowlitz River Crossing. No recent logout has occured past this point. From the Colwlitz River Crossing to Tietion Pass, numerous trees cross the trail, making navigation difficult, especially for stock. The trail gets lost to brush and blowdown when you enter an old burn scar, ravine washouts passable only by hikers, and difficutly continues all the way up to the PCT.
Trailhead: Climbers Bivouac, Summer Climbing Route Closed Closed 11/26/2024: Forest Road 81-830 is snow covered at this time with depths ranging from a few inches to two feet. As a result, Climber's Bivouac is now closed, and all climbers must access the climbing route from Marble Mountain Sno*Park via the Worm Flows Winter Climbing Route.
Trailhead: Coleman Weedpatch Open Open 7/19/24: No trail maintenance completed. Many down trees on trail. Easier for hiker vs. navigating with livestock.
Trailhead: Crab Creek Closed Closed 09/06/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required. Next season when Tickets are again required go online at recreation.gov. to obtain a ticket. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Crest Camp Closed Closed 10/21/2024: trail is closed for the winter season. During the summer there is a $5 Day use fee at this site. Use cash in the fee envelope, a NWFP or an Interagency Pass to pay the fee. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Crofton Ridge East Open Open 10/21/2024: Trail head is accessible. Signage might have been destroyed by the Williams Mine Fire. The East trailhead is located on FR 8040. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further info. 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Crofton Ridge West Open Open 10/21/2024: Trailhead is located in an area burned by the Williams Mine fire. TH is open. Signage has probably been destroyed by the fire. This TH is located on FR8031.050. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further info. 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Cultus Creek Open Open 06/15/2024: Trailhead is accessible but not being maintained. In the summer season there is a $5 fee to park at TH. Fee is payable with $5 cash in the fee envelope or by use of a NWFP or an Interagency Pass. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Curly Creek Falls Open Open 07/01/2023: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info.509-395-3402
Trailhead: Divide Camp Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: East Crater Open Open 6/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Elk Pass/ Boundary Trail None None 6/24/24: No current hiker condition reports at this time. Conditions are unknown. Expect down trees and limbs, snow may be at elevations above 5,000 feet.
Trailhead: Falls Creek Falls Open Open 09/07/2024: Trailhead is accessible. The road has been graded and is in relatively good shape. Please observe the speed limit to preserve the new surface. Road will be gated closed December, 1. There is a $5 Day use fee to park at TH. Pay with cash in the fee envelope or by the use of a NWFP or America the Beautiful pass.Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information, 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Filloon Open Open 06/30/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Forest Road 88 - Pacific Crest Trail Open Open 08/03/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Glacier Lake Open Open 04/12/2024: Glacier Lake Trail is clear and accessible all the way to the lake. High clearance vehicle recommended on Forest Road 21 and 2110. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more info at 360-497-1103.
Trailhead: Goat Mountain Open Open 03/19/2024: Trail is open.
Trailhead: Grassy Knoll Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. FR 68 has some potholes in sections of the road. High clearance recommended. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Independence Pass Closed Closed 10/23/2024: Independence Pass Trailhead is closed for the season, and recreation fees are not being collected at this time. Forest Road 99 is open until December 1st, providing access to the Independence Pass Trailhead, Windy Ridge Viewpoint, and other trails in the area. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar.Access to the area is heavily dependent on snow levels. At this time, the trail is unreachable due to snow levels on Forest Road 25 and Forest Road 99. This area will be accessible sometime in Juine or July when the snow melts out.Learn More.
Trailhead: Indian Race Track - North Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Trailhead is located on FR 65 near the Horse Camp. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Indian Race Track - South Closed Closed This TH is located on a gated road and is not accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: June Lake Open Open 06/24/2024: ALERT! A washout occurred on Forest Road 83 in October 2023 and may make it difficult to get to June Lake Trailhead. 4x4 and high clearance strongly recommended due to deep flowing water across a mixture of sand and mud. It is very easy​ to get stuck in this mixture. Drive at your own risk. Signage warning of this washout is also posted before the washout. Contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800 and press 0 to reach the front desk. 
Trailhead: Killen Creek Open Open 09/21/24: Trailhead is open. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Langfield Falls Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Lemei Open Open 6/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Lily Basin Open Open 7/22/24: Free of snow, wildflowers in bloom.
Trailhead: Little Huckleberry Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Lower Gotchen Creek (FR 8020) Open Open 10/26/2024: Trailhead was burned by the Williams Mine Fire. Trailhead is accessible. For further information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: McClellan Meadows-Lower Open Open 06/09/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Lower Trailhead is located on FR 3035. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: McClellan Meadows-Upper Open Open 06/09/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Upper Trailhead is located at the Falls Creek Horse Camp. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Middle Falls Closed Closed 10/28/2024: Day use area is not being maintained during the winter season. When it is maintained there is a $5 day use fee payable with cash or by use of a NWFP or Interagency Pass to park at TH. Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required. Next season when Tickets are again required, they can be obtained online from Recreation.gov. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Middle Trail (Lower) Open Open 07/13/2024; Trail is accessible. Middle Trail begins at the end of the Service Trail. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Middle Trail (Upper) Open Open 07/13/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Upper trailhead is located on FR 8841. For current information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Monte Carlo-Lower Open Open 07/01/2023: Trailhead is accessible. TH is located on FR 1800.750. Road to trail head is mostly open. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District.
Trailhead: Monte Carlo-Upper Open Open 6/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. TH is located on FR 1800.230. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402 for current info.
Trailhead: Monte Cristo-Lower Open Open 6/16/2024: Lower Trail head is accessible. Lower TH is located on FR 1800.230. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Monte Cristo-Upper Open Open 6/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. TH is located on FR 8600.080. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Mosquito-PCNST #2000 Open Open 07/31/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Muddy Meadows Unreachable Unreachable (11/20/2024): Accumulating winter snow depth will generally make this area inaccessible by vehicle from December to June. Always be aware of  Snow and Weather conditions before travelling into the forest. Check SNOW conditions here https://wcc.sc.egov.usda.gov  Check WEATHER conditions here.National Weather Service  For additional information, please contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District at (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Natural Bridges Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Norway Pass Open Open 07/16/2024: The Norway Pass trailhead is accessible and open. There may be some trees and overgrowth in places along the trail. Beyond Norway pass, there has been some trail erosion below the clif face. Some snow traverses are required higher on the route, but are soft when crossed. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar. Click here to learn more about the landslide and closure. 
Trailhead: Observation Peak Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Packwood Lake Open Open 8/1/24: Area is open. Display NW Forest Pass, America the Beautiful Passs or pay at fee tube for number of days out on trail or camping. Keep our trails and forest clean for future generations. Always practice Leave No Trace . Our forest is considered in High Fire Danger. Campfires are prohibited in Wilderness see FOREST ORDER NO. 06-03-00-24-01
Trailhead: Pine-Way Open Open 10/19/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Salt Creek Open Open 10/21/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Sawtooth Open Open 08/03/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Service Open Open 07/28/2024: TH on FR 8821 is accessible. Upper trailhead is located at the junction with the Middle Trail. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Silver Star Open Open 03/19/2024: Trailhead is open. Forest Road 4109 is extremely rough and only recommended for 4x4, high-clearance vehicles.  Easier access is available via the Grouse Vista trailhead on WA state land, Discover Pass required.
Trailhead: Siouxon Open Open 06/13/2024: Trail has been reported to be snow free up to at least Horseshoe Falls. Siouxon Trail is accessible from Upper Siouxon Trailhead. The road is closed beyond the Upper Siouxon Trailhead (Huffman Peak Trailhead) due to wildfire damage. Barricades block access beyond Upper Siouxon Trailhead for the last 3.0 miles of FR 5701. Logging activity in Washington Department of Natural Resources Forest land is underway, and logging trucks are accessing Forest Road 54 for travel. Use extreme caution when driving Forest Road 54 to the Upper Siouxon Trailhead. 
Trailhead: Sleeping Beauty Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for further information.
Trailhead: Snipes Mountain Closed Closed 08/08/2024: Trailhead is closed by the Williams Mine fire. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Snowgrass for hikers Open Open 7/29/24: Hiking is accessible to Goat Lake. Lake is under snow at this time. No camping within 200 feet of Goat Lake shore and no camping within 1/4 mile radius of Snowgrass Flats meadows. Our forest is considered in High Fire Danger. Campfires are prohibited in Wilderness see FOREST ORDER NO. 06-03-00-24-01
Trailhead: Soda Peaks Open Open 06/16/2024: Lower Trailhead is accessible from the 192 Trail. Upper Trailhead is accessible from FR 54. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: South Climb Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Trailhead is open but inaccessible due to the 500 spur closure. Trail head will be accessible again in the spring of 2025. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509)395-3402..
Trailhead: South Coldwater Open Open 03/19/2024: Parking is not available at the trailhead because it is beyond the closed gate on State Route 504. You can park by the Hummocks Trailhead and walk up the road to access the South Coldwater Trailhead.
Trailhead: Speed Open Open 07/28/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Spencer Butte Open Open 07/13/2024: Trailhead is accessible via FR 93 from the east. From the west FR 93 is blocked by a slide. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Stagman Ridge Open Open 10/19/2024: Trailhead is accessible but is located in the area burned by the Williams Mine Fire. Signage could have been destroyed by the fire. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Thomas Lake Open Open 06/15/2024: Trailhead is accessible and being maintained. There is a $5 parking fee payable with cash in the fee envelope or by use of a NWFP or an Interagency pass. For current information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Trapper Creek Closed Closed 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.
Trailhead: Trout Creek Open Open 07/01/2023: Trailhead may be accessible, but the trail may not have been logged for the season. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Upper Falls/Quartz Creek Closed Closed 09/06/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required to park at the TH. Next season when Tickets are again required to obtain a Ticket. go online to Recreation.gov. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Upper Gotchen Creek (FR 8040) Open Open 10/26/2024: Trailhead was burned by the Williams Mine Fire. Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Whistle Punk Closed Closed 10/19/2024: Trailhead is closed; the latrine is closed and parking is free. In season there is a $5 fee to park at TH payable with cash in the fee envelope or by the use of a Northwest Forest Pass or an Interagency Pass. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Williams Mine Open Open 09/21/2024: Trail head is now open and accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Worm Flows, Winter Climbing Route Open Open 12/27/2024: ⚠️ Important Alert: The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has made the avalanche risk on Mount St. Helens RED for Friday 12/27 and Saturday 12/28 due to an incoming snow storm and lots of new snow accumulation. Please exercise caution around all areas with a slope over 35 degrees as you could trigger a large enough avalanche to be fatal. Please check the NWAC Avalanche forecast for more information.
Trailhead: Wright Meadows Closed Closed 09/06/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Trailhead is for motorized user parking only. Parking Reservation Tickets are no longer required. Next season when they will again be required go online to Recreation.gov. to obtain a Ticket. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trails #180 & #180D Silver Star & Summit Open Open 03/19/2024: Both trails are open.
Wilderness: Goat Rocks Open Open 11/4/24: Current snow fall at elevations higher than 4000 feet in elevation. Always check weather reports here before making a decision to travel to any trailheads or locations.  Please research your route and plan accordinly before making a trip to the Goat Rock Wilderness. Trail condition reports for each major trailhead are provided individually at Trail and trailhead information. You may find useful or current information from hiker blogs at the following websites All Trails  https://www.alltrails.com or Washington Trail Association https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/snowgrass . Weather conditions can be researched at National Weather Service 
Wilderness: Indian Heaven Open Open 08/03/2024: The Wilderness is snow free. Some trails have been logged out and mosquitos are still present. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Wilderness: Mt. Adams Open Open 10/26/2024: The Wilderness is open. There is snow at elevations above 5000 feet. For further information contact Mount Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402 or for fire information contact 509-213-5684.
Wilderness: Trapper Creek Open Open 08/08/2024: The wilderness is open and most of the trails are logged out.The area was partly burned over in 2020 and some of the trails are difficult to follow. Hikers travel at their own risk. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Wind River Historic District Open Open Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Windy Ridge Interpretive Site Closed Closed 07/11/2024: Windy Ridge Interpretive Site is closed for the season, and recreation fees are not being collected at this time. Forest Road 99 is now open, providing access to the Windy Ridge Viewpoint and other trails in the area. Due to the Spirit Lake Tunnel Outlet construction, the following areas are closed Monday through Friday, but open on weekends and all federal holidays:
  • Windy Ridge Parking Area for just the Construction Staging Area (Closed 7 days a week)
  •  FR 99 Extesion Road from Windy Ridge to TR 207 Truman Trail
  • TR 207 - Truman Trail
    • From TR 216E Windy Trail to TR 1 - Boundary Trail
  • TR 216 D - Plains of Abraham Trail
    • TR 216 Loowit Trail to FR 99 Extention Road
  • TR 216 E - Windy Trail
    • From TR 207 Truman to TR 216 Loowit
  • TR 207A - Willow Springs Trail
    • From TR 216 Loowit to TR 207 Truman
  • TR 1E - Harry's Ridge
Windy Ridger and Forest Road 99 is not reachable via FR 25 from the south, due to a section of Forest Road 25 is closed between milepost 13.7 and milepost 15. For more information, see order: Gifford Pinchot National Forest - News & Events (usda.gov). You may also call the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800. 

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