Recreation


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Explore the Forest

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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

 

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Current Recreation Conditions

Area Name Status Area Conditions
Ape Cave Interpretive Site Open Open 06/24/2024: Ape Cave is open for the season and timed reservations are required during the summer season, and must displayed on your vehicle dash. Timed Reservation tickets are available at recreation.gov. During the winter, it is illegal to enter Ape Cave without authorization, 36 CFR 261.53 (b). 
Bear Meadow Interpretive Site Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Bear Meadow is closed for the winter season. Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. Learn More.
Blast Edge Viewpoint; Monument Entry Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Blast Edge Viewpoint is closed for the season. Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. The road will re-open in 2024 once the snow melts.  Learn More.
Boating Site: Goose Lake Open Open 06/15/2024: Day use site 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. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509)395-3402.
Boating Site: Mosquito Lakes Open Open 06/16/2024: The dam has been installed for the season. For current information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Adams Fork Open Open 5/24/24: Campground maintained and operated by concessionaire ExplorUs. For reservations, please see the Reservations sections of this page. 
Campground: Atkisson Group Camp Open Open 06/05/2024: Campground is open and 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 Open Open 05/10/2024: Campground is open for the season. 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 Open Open 04/30/2024: Concessionaire hosting is over for season and campground is gated. You can access this by hiking in, but you must follow rules for Disperse Camping and Leave No Trace Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics (usda.gov)! Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites July 14-Sept. 10. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: Blue Lake Creek Open Open 5/17/24: The 2024 Camping season will be operated by ExplorUS Concessionaire https://www.goexplorus.com/ commencing May 17th, 2024 and ending September 22, 2024. For reservations visit: www.recreation.gov (Ranger District Does Not handle reservations or availability of campsites)
Campground: Cat Creek Open Open 05/08/2023: Campground is anticipated to open May 19. Please follow dispersed camping rules when services are not provided. When it is open the campground has first come first serve sites.
Campground: Chambers Lake Open Open
Campground: Coho Group Camp Open Open ALERT! Closed for the 2023 season due to infrastructure improvements and renovations.
Campground: Cultus Creek Closed Closed 06/15/2024: Campground is accessible but not yet maintained. For current info. call Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Forlorn Lakes Open Open 06/15/2024: Campground is open and being maintained. 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 Open Open 06/15/2024: Campground is open. Sites are first come first served. For further information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Campground: Government Mineral Springs Open Open 05/03/2024: Campground is open and being maintained. There is $10 per site per night camping fee. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for information (509) 395-3402.
Campground: Horseshoe Lake Not Cleared Not Cleared 5/17/24:  Reports of snow and down trees in campground. Concessionaire management and operations anticipated to start June 14th. Access for recreations is allowed but you must follow guidelines for Disperse Camping and Leave No Trace Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics (usda.gov)!  Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites July 14-Sept. 10. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: Iron Creek Open Open 4/30/24: The 2024 Camping season will be operated by ExplorUS Concessionaire https://www.goexplorus.com/ commencing May 17th, 2024 and ending September 22, 2024. For reservations visit: www.recreation.gov (Ranger District Does Not handle reservations or availability of campsites)
Campground: Killen Creek Unreachable Unreachable 6/12/24: Deep snow reported on roads leading to location and deep snow on surrounding trail systems. During the off season, please follow dispersed camping rules when services are not available. When it is open the campground has first come, first serve sites. For more information on the campground, contact ExplorUS 661-702-1420. To check area conditions, contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at 360-497-1100.
Campground: La Wis Wis Open Open 4/30/24: The 2024 Camping season will be operated by ExplorUS Concessionaire https://www.goexplorus.com/ commencing May 17th, 2024 and ending September 22, 2024. For reservations visit: www.recreation.gov (Ranger District Does Not handle reservations or availability of campsites)
Campground: Lower Falls Open Open 05/15/2024: Campground is open and sites are available by reservation only. 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 Open Open 06/09/2024: Campground is accessible. For further information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Campground: Moss Creek Open Open 05/17/2024: Campground is open for the season. 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 Open Open 5/17/24: Campground is being managed by Concessionaire host ExplorUs. Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites July 14-Sept. 10. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: North Fork Group Campsites Open Open 5/17/24:  Currently managed by Concessionaire ExplorUS. Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites July 14-Sept. 10. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: Oklahoma Open Open 05/17/2024: Campground is open for the season. Campground has both reservation and first come first served sites. For reservations go online to Recreation.gov. For further information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420
Campground: Olallie Lake Not Cleared Not Cleared 6/12/24: Conditions are unknown, reports of some snow and possibly down trees on Forest Road 2329 leading to this location. ATV's that are not highway legal cannot be on roadway.  When not concessionaire run,  Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics (usda.gov)!  First come, First serve. 
Campground: Panther Creek Open Open 05/17/2024: Campground is open for the season. 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 Open Open 05/17/2024: Campground is open for the season. 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 Open Open 06/14/2024: Campground is open. 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 Open Open 6/14/2024: Campground is open and 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 Not Cleared Not Cleared 5/17/2024: It is unknown weather campground is reachable. Anticipated opening date is July 4, 2024. Please follow dispersed camping rules when not managed by concessionaire. When it is open the campground has first come, first serve sites. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
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 Not Cleared Not Cleared 6/12/24: Reports of snow and conditions unknown on Forest Road 2329 leading to this location. When campground is not run by concessionaire follow disperse camping rules Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics (usda.gov)!  Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites July 14-Sept. 10. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: Tillicum Open Open 06/05/2024: Campground is accessible but not yet maintained. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Campground: Tower Rock Open Open 4/30/24: The 2024 Camping season will be operated by ExplorUS Concessionaire https://www.goexplorus.com/ commencing May 17th, 2024 and ending September 22, 2024. For reservations visit: www.recreation.gov (Ranger District Does Not handle reservations or availability of campsites)
Campground: Trout Lake Creek Open Open 05/03/2024: Campground is open for the season and being maintained. 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 06/30/2023: Site should be open and accessible to the public. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for current conditions. 360-497-1103.
Campground: Walupt Lake Not Cleared Not Cleared 6/12/24: Road is not cleared and no maintenance performed. Enough melt off to make it to this location. During off season, you must follow rules for Disperse Camping during off-season and Leave No Trace Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics (usda.gov)! Campground has both reservation and first come first serve sites. Make reservations on Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance or you may call 1-877-444-6777.
Campground: Wicky Shelter Open Open 05/03/2024: Shelter is accessible. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Cascade Peaks Interpretive Station Open Open 04/18/2024: Access to this area will be dependent on snow levels. Melt out usually occurs sometime in May. Cascade Peaks Interpretive Site is open with limited services. 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 3/15/24: Snow makes travel impassable by vehicle three miles up from HWY 12 junction.
Forest Road 21 Open Open 6/10/24: Snow Free, down trees along road and some spur roads.
Forest Road 2150 Open Open 6/10/24: Down trees at junction
Forest Road 23 Open Open 6/3/2024: Passable, travel with caution as season changes. Prepare for sudden stops due to logging operations. Summer Trip Planning Warning! Expect weekend closures after July 15th between mile post 23.40 and 24.50 for asphalt repair.
Forest Road 2329 Unreachable Unreachable 6/4/24: Deep Snow (Please do not attempt to drive in snow)
Forest Road 24 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is mostly snow free but be aware that there might be trees down on the road, drive with care. Repair work is scheduled in the summer. Contact Mt. Adams District 509-395-3402 for current conditions.
Forest Road 25 Open Open 6/24/24: From Mile post 13.7 to Mile Post 15, there will some possible delays at this section of road due to continued logging operation. For information on Forest Road 99: Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Forest Road 99 (usda.gov)
  • IMPORTANT FOR TRIP PLANNING AROUND MT. ST. Helens! Forest Road 25 is not a through route at this time due to a signicant road collapsure. Work is not scheduled to commence until 2025. Follow Alerts and Notices for updates Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov)
  • Seasonal closure: Forest Road 25 is gated seasonally, for the winter/early spring, just past the 25/99 junction on the north side, and just past Cedar Flats on the south end.
Forest Road 26 Not Cleared Not Cleared 2/1/2024: Gated prior to junction with Forest Road Spur 2612. Down trees and snow on road will complicate your travel until road is cleared in late spring/early summer.  Know before you go!  Expect closure Summer 2024 from Mile Post 2.12 and 3.09 for culvert and bridge installation for fish passage project!
  • Seasonal info: Road is closed and gated for the Winter/Spring season (typically mid to late June).
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 4/25/24: Summer Road work! Date to be announced. Mile Post 8.30 will be closed for 14 consecutive days to repair landslide damage.
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 05/03/2024: Road is snow free to Lone Butte SnoPark. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Forest Road 41 Closed Closed 06/08/2023: ALERT: The West end of Forest Road 41 is rocky, rutted, and has rough conditions making it unsafe for vehicles. The east side of Forest Road 41 from Lookout to Bluff Mountain Trailhead, is rocky and rutted, requires high clearance, but it is drivable. After that section, conditions are questionable. Repair work is scheduled for this summer. 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 Closed Closed 05/09/2024: Road is open to the junction with FR 33. There is blow down to navigate around. When it is snow free high clearance vehicles are necessary to drive this road. Repair work is scheduled for this summer. 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 3/15/24: Snow makes travel impassible by vehicle three miles up from HWY 12 Junction.
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 Open Open 5/2/24:  Skate Creek Road is open for 2024 Season! Expect some delays to more hazard tree removal the week of May 6th. Be safe, and always Leave No Trace!
Forest Road 54/ Canyon Creek Open Open 06/09/24: Road is mostly snow free. There are downed trees on the road to navigate around. Active logging is occurring on Washington Department of Natural Resources forest land, and logging trucks are using FR 54 to transport logs. Exercise extreme caution when driving Forest Road 54. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for additional info at 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 56 Open Open 5/30/23: Road is open. Not maintained.
Forest Road 5603 Open Open Forest Road 5603 is snow free for 1.5 miles.
Forest Road 5701 Closed Closed 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 04/05/2023: Closed due to several LARGE washouts. Road will not be back in service for potentially 2 years. Repair design is underway and engineers hope to begin work in 2024 or 2025. 
Forest Road 60 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is mostly snow free but is in horrible condition. High clearance is absolutely recommended to drive this road. Repair work is scheduled for this summer. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for current information.
Forest Road 63 Open Open 12/13/23: It is not recommended to travel on Forest Road 63 above elevations of 2000'
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. Repairs will start summer 2024. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information at 509-395-3402
Forest Road 66 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is snow free but the unpaved section is in horrible condition. High clearance is strongly recommended to drive this section of the road. Repair work is scheduled for this summer. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 for current information.
Forest Road 75 Closed Closed
Forest Road 76 Open Open 6/24/24: Paved road with some large potholes; drive with caution. Projected road work start date July 8th-July 26th at Mile Post 0 and Milepost .76 will cause delays if entering from Forest Road 23. Alternate access is from West off of Forest Road 25.  Please be prepared when trying to reach Cispus Learning Center or Trailhead for Covel Creek.
Forest Road 80 and 8040 Open Open 06/9/2024: Road is open all the way to Cold Spring Trailhead. There is log hauling on the road south of the junction with FR 8031. From May 1st to Sept. 30th a Mt. Adams Climbing Activity pass is required for any climbing activity above 7000' elevation and for parking in the lot. If not climbing a NWFP or Interagency Pass is required to park at TH. 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 06/15/2024: Road is open. There is log hauling activity on the 739 spur to 8031 to FR 80. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Forest Road 81 Open Open 06/24/2024: FR 81 is Snow Free up to FR 8123 and the Blue Lake Trailhead, as well as to Kalama Horse Camp.
Forest Road 8123 Open Open 06/24/2024: FR 8123 is clear and snow free up to the Blue Lake Trailhead. The road is blocked beyond that point with barricades due to erroding road conditions and multiple landslides and washouts. Access to Sheep Canyon Trail is possible via the Blue Lake Trailhead. 
Forest Road 82 / 8225 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is mostly snow free and open. For current information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 83 Open Open 06/24/2024: Forest Road 83 is cleared of snow all the way to Lava Canyon and Lahar Viewpoint. Due to the washout on FR 83 before June Lake Trailhead, 4x4 vehicles with high clearance are strongly recommended due to the mud and sand mixture from the washout. Compact cars and smaller vehicles have the maximum risk of becoming stuck through attempts of driving through this washout. Contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800 and press option 0 to reach the front desk.
Forest Road 8322 Unreachable Unreachable 03/19/2024: Forest Road 8322 is inaccessible due to the mudslide on Forest Road 83, in addition to heavy wintery conditions and snow plow equipment working to clear the road.
Forest Road 84 Open Open 12/8/23: 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 Open Open 7/13/23: Forest Road 85 is not maintained. It receives heavy snow and late melt off into spring causing unfavorable road conditions each season. Logging operations may impede through traffic at the junction of Forest 85/Forest Road 8440 due to ongoing logging operations. Heavy log truck traffic - watch for log trucks. High Clearance 4 x 4 recommended. Road damage at MP 3.3. Drivable. Roadway failure on portion of road.
Forest Road 88 Open Open 06/09/2024: Road is open from Trout Lake to FR 90. Expect to dodge trees down on the road. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information 509-395-3402.
Forest Road 90 Open Open 06/09/2024: FR 90 will be under construction from May 6 to mid-August from about MP 4 to about MP 14, Monday through Thursday. Construction could cause 30 minute delays during the day and closures at night from 9pm to 4am. The road is clear and passable to the junction with FR 23. The Crab Creek Slumps are not suitable for towing trailers over 20 feet. 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 Unreachable Unreachable 06/24/2024: Forest Road 99 at this time is blocked by snow. Snow melt out usually occurs sometime in June with extended melt outs through July. Opening will be very dependent on warmer weather conditions and current snow levels. The road has a seasonal designation of June 16th to Nov. 30th per Motor Vehicle Use Map. 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 Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: 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.
Horse Camp: Cody Open Open 6/13/24: Concessionaire host is ExplorUS(Advenco). First come first serve sites. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420. BackCountry Horsemen will be conducting trail maintenance June19th-22nd. Trails may have limited accessibility during bridge repair work.
Horse Camp: Falls Creek Open Open 6/015/2024: Campground is open and being maintained. 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 Not Cleared Not Cleared If no concessionaire onsite, please follow dispersed camping rules. When it is open the campground has first come, first serve sites. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Horse Camp: Lewis River Open Open 05/15/2024: Campground is open and being maintained. There is a $15 charge per site per night. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information (509) 395-3402.
Horse Camp: Mt. Adams Open Open 05/03/2024: Campground is open and being maintained. Horse water is on. There is a $15 fee per site per night. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Horse Camp: Walupt Closed Closed 7/3/23: Campsite fees are paid at feetube. Please follow dispersed camping rules when not concessionaire operated Mid Sept-Late April. When it is open the campground has first come, first serve sites. For more information contact ExplorUS at 661-702-1420.
Huckleberry Access Closed Closed 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 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 information. 360-497-1103.
Interpretive Site: Peterson Prairie Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Site is closed. For further information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402.
Johnston Ridge Observatory Unreachable Unreachable 03/19/2024: Johnston Ridge Observatory is unreachable due to a landslide that has blocked both lanes of traffic on State Route 504. 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 06/12/2024: sp;A washout occurred on Forest Road 83 in October 2023 and may make it difficult to get to Lahar Viewpoint. 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. 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. The suspension bridge is still closed at this time. For more information, contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Lewis River Recreation Area Open Open 06/15/2024: The Parking Reservation Ticket requirement is in effect until September 15. 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. These 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 Open Open 06/12/2024: The trail has patchy snow in varying amounts, some of it deep. Carry microspikes with you as a precaution. There is a decent amount of balance beaming between tree wells and frequent navigation checks are stronly recommended. No reports of post holing issues at this time. Please use extreme caution as there are many downed signs and posts. Use trekking poles to cross any streams due to the amount of water flowing. South Fork Toutle River may be possible with some rock hopping, but a river between Step Creek and Loowit Creek may be significantly deeper, requiring boots to be removed. Contact Mount St. Helens for more information at 360-449-7800.
Loowit #216- Castle Ridge to Sheep Canyon Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: The trail has patchy snow in varying amounts, some of it deep. Carry microspikes with you as a precaution. There is a decent amount of balance beaming between tree wells and frequent navigation checks are stronly recommended. No reports of post holing issues at this time. Please use extreme caution as there are many downed signs and posts. Use trekking poles to cross any streams due to the amount of water flowing. South Fork Toutle River may be possible with some rock hopping, but a river between Step Creek and Loowit Creek may be significantly deeper, requiring boots to be removed. Contact Mount St. Helens for more information at 360-449-7800.
Loowit #216- Ptarmigan to June Lake Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: The trail has patchy snow in varying amounts, some of it deep. Carry microspikes with you as a precaution. There is a decent amount of balance beaming between tree wells and frequent navigation checks are stronly recommended. No reports of post holing issues at this time. Please use extreme caution as there are many downed signs and posts. Contact Mount St. Helens for more information at 360-449-7800.
Loowit #216- Sheep Canyon to Butte Camp Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: The trail has patchy snow in varying amounts, some of it deep. Carry microspikes with you as a precaution. There is a decent amount of balance beaming between tree wells and frequent navigation checks are stronly recommended. No reports of post holing issues at this time. Please use extreme caution as there are many downed signs and posts. Use trekking poles to cross any streams due to the amount of water flowing. South Fork Toutle River may be possible with some rock hopping, but a river between Step Creek and Loowit Creek may be significantly deeper, requiring boots to be removed. Contact Mount St. Helens for more information at 360-449-7800.
Loowit Trail #216- Ape Canyon to Windy Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: Snow covers the trail and is very steep in some areas. Microspikes and ice axes are strongly recommended, otherwise there is a possibility to avoid the snow by climbing over rock instead. Please use caution as you hike this section of the Loowit. Steps may or may not be kicked in along the trail especially on a couple of steep snow banks. Contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more info. 360-449-7800.
Loowit Trail #216- June Lake to Ape Canyon Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: The trail has patchy snow in varying amounts, some of it deep. Carry microspikes with you as a precaution. Access to June Lake Trailhead is open, but there is a washout on Forest Road 83 before the trailhead. The washout is a mix of sand and mud with flowing water at least one foot deep. Four wheel drive and high clearance strongly recommended as it is very easy to get stuck. Signage is posted before the washout to alert other drivers. Contact Mount St. Helens for more information at 360-449-7800.
Loowit Trail #216- Windy to Castle Ridge Trail Open Open 06/12/2024: Snow covers the trail and is very steep in some areas. Microspikes and ice axes are strongly recommended, otherwise there is a possibility to avoid the snow by climbing over rock instead. Please use caution as you hike this section of the Loowit. Steps may or may not be kicked in along the trail especially on a couple of steep snow banks. Contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more info. 360-449-7800.
Meta Lake Interpretive Site Closed Closed 05/09/2024: Meta Lake Interpretive Site is closed. 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 will be heavily dependent on snow levels. Melt out usually occurs sometime in June or July. Learn More.
Monitor Ridge Climbing Route Open Open 06/28/2024: ALERT! The cornice is showing signs of cracks and separation from the crater rim.  Failure is imminent.  Stay back behind the flag markers or visible cracks.The Monitor Ridge Climbing Route has patches of snow below the tree line, returning to consistent snow above the tree line. At Kiwi Camp, there are bent trees due to a large avalanche, or series of smaller ones previously, but snowy conditions are stable. There are lots of glissade shutes that can take you from the summit down to the seismograph. Use caution when glissading so that you return to the trailhead you started from. Two trees are crossing the trail, but are possible to pass them. Snow conditions above the timberline are mostly corn and breakable windblown rime-ice crust. There is a cornice visible from skier's right, so use caution. Flags are posted at the false summit along the fracture zone and seismic station where the summer and winter routes diverge, and to also indicate of one glissade and need to traverse a scree-field to the next bowl over on skier's left. Ice aces, microspikes, and trekking poles are recommended for all climbers. If you need more information, contact Mount St. helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Mount Margaret Backcountry Open Open 06/12/2024: Permits are required from April 1st to November 30th to camp in the Mount Margaret Backcountry, with the exception of the north side of Green River. No dispersed camping is allowed within Mount Margaret Backcountry. You may purchase permits on Recreation.Gov. All of Mount Margaret Backcountry has a significant snowfield to cross, so it is strongly recommended you use frequent navigation checks during your hike. You can access the Mount Margaret Backcountry by either the South Coldwater Trail to Boundary Trail or Lakes Trail via State Route 504, or the Norway Pass Trailhead via Forest Road 26. 
Mount St. Helens East: Forest Roads 25 & 99 Not Cleared Not Cleared 6/24/24: Forest Road 99; Snow on some sections of 99 are delaying opening. Forest Road 26 will not be open until Forest Road 99 is open. 
Mount St. Helens South: Forest Roads 83 & 81 Open Open Latest update as of 05/09/2024: 
  • Forest Road 83 past Marble Mountain Sno*park. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 83 for up to date information.
  • Forest Road 81 to Kalama Horse Camp. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 81 for up to date information.
  • Forest Road 81-830 to Climber's Bivouac. Click here to check road conditions on Forest Road 830 for up to date information.
Mount St. Helens Summit Open Open 06/25/2024: ALERT! The cornice is showing signs of cracks and separation from the crater rim.  Failure is imminent.  Stay back behind the flag markers or visible cracks. Forest Road 83 is clear to Lahar Viewpoint and Lava Canyon. Be aware of the washout on Forest Road 83 before June Lake Trailhead. 4x4 and high clearance vehicles are strongly recommended as compact cars will get stuck due to the sand and mud mixture with active flowing water.
  • 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 03/19/2024: Both lanes of State Route 504 remain closed due to a significant landslide in the vicinity of Coldwater Lake near milepost 51. There is no estimated time of reopening for the road or for Johnston Ridge Observatory. The road is currently closed at the seasonal closure gate by Hummocks Trail. This facility is open on weekends from 10am to 4pm as a Visitor Center during the winter. 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 Ranger District for more information. 360-449-7800 and press option 0.
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: 
Mt. Adams Summit Open Open 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 02/09/2022: Closed due to snow.
Pacific Crest Trail #2000 None None 6/25/2024: Snow maybe between elevations above 4,500. It might be difficult to navigate at higher elevations. Lots of hazards due to deep snow and hiden crevasses. Slush and ice ontop of snow pack. Unstable snowfields on ridges. 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 06/15/2024: Day Use area is open and being maintained. A Parking Reservation Ticket is required to park at the site. Parking Reservation Tickets are obtained online at Recreation.gov. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Recreation Rental: Gotchen Creek Guard Station Open Open 05/03/2024: The road to the cabin is free of snow and the cabin is accessible. 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 04/02/2024: The Coldwater Science and Learning Center will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am - 4pm. Some time in May, their hours will be changing to being open 7 days a week. It is good to call ahead during inclement weather to find out if the road is clear of snow (360) 274-2131.
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 10/12/2023: The Site is closed for the winter. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Site: Ice Cave Picnic Area Open Open 06/02/2024: Site is open and being maintained. There is a snow drift at the bottom of the stairway into the main cave entrance. Warm 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 12/20/23: Closed for the season.
Site: La Wis Wis Picnic Area Open Open ALERT: Site will be closed for the 2023 season due to construction for large infrastructure improvements and renovations.
Site: Lower Falls Day Use Open Open 05/15/2024: The Day Use area is open. There is a $5 day use fee. Use a NWFP or an Interagency Pass or pay on-site ($5 cash/check). In addition beginning June 15 a Parking Reservation Ticket will be required to park at the site. 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 Open Open 5/30/23: Accessible at this time.
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 Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow Park is closed for the summer 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 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 Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800.
Sno-Park: Flattop Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow park is closed for the summmer season. For winter grooming and plowing updates go to the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509)395-3402. Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Government Mineral Springs Closed Closed 04/05/2024: The Snow Park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit Washington State Parks winter recreation website. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402. Sno-park permit required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Johnson Creek Open Open 6/10/24: Down trees along road sides and possibly trails. Conditions are unknown.
Sno-Park: Koshko Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit Washington State Parks winter recreation website. For current conditions contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402. Sno-Park permit required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Lone Butte Closed Closed 04/05/2024: The snow park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509) 395-3402. A Washington Sno-Park permit is required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Marble Mountain Open Open 06/17/2024: ALERT! With Climber's Bivouac now officially open for the season, the process has begun to close Marble Mountain Sno*Park. A date of the sno*park closure will be announced when it becomes available. All climbers must travel to Climbers Bivouac on Forest Road 830 to summit Mount St. Helens until the winter season begins. The road up to the park and beyond is cleared and snow free. Contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument for more information at 360-449-7800.
Sno-Park: McClellan Meadows Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit Washington State Parks winter recreation website. For current conditions contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402. Sno-Park permit required December 1-March 31.
Sno-Park: Oldman Pass Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow Park i s closed for the summer seaason. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit Washington State Parks winter recreation website. Contact Mt Adams Ranger District for current conditions at (509) 395-3402. A Washington Sno-Park permit is required from Dec. 1 - March 31.
Sno-Park: Orr Creek Closed Closed 6/1/24:  Sno-Park passes are required December 1-March 31. No snow at this time.
Sno-Park: Pineside Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow Park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates, visit Washington State Parks winter recreation site. For current conditions contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509.395.3402. Sno-Park permit 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 6/24/24: Closed to winter recreation. Sno-Park passes required December 1s - March 31st. 
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 Closed Closed 04/05/2024: Snow Park is closed for the summer season. In the winter for grooming and plowing updates visit the Washington State Parks winter recreation website. 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 Closed Closed 6/24/24:  Closed to winter recreation. Sno-Park passes required December 1s - March 31st. 
Trail #10 High Camp Closed Closed 6/15/2024: Trail is inaccessible. In season mosquito repellent is recommended. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #101: Walupt Lake Open Open 6/24/24: Walupt Lake Trail, Washington - 57 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Trail #102 Filloon Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #103 Ponderosa Closed Closed 11/06/2023 Trail is closed due to logging activity. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #104 Spacing Study Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trail use has been interrupted by logging. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #106 Hidden Lakes Closed Closed 06/23/2024: Trail is accessible. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trail #107 Sawtooth Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #108 Cultus Creek Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #11 Snipes Mountain Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail has been logged out to the intersection with the Pineway Trail. Trail is hard to follow in areas where the tread is sandy or burned over. Have the ability to trail find if necessary. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Trail #110 Green Mountain Open Open 6/12/24: Crews will be working on this trail June 19, 2024 - June 22, 2024 to repair/replace a bridge over a creek. Travel is not advised through these dates. 
Trail #111 Thomas Lake Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail is partly snow covered. 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 Closed Closed 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions and information, 509-395-3402.
Trail #113 Killen Creek Closed Closed 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Mosquito repellent recommended in the season. Please contact the Mt. Adams Ranger district for more information at 509-395-3402.
Trail #114 High Line None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509) 395-3402.
Trail #115 Spring Creek Open Open 06/30/2023: Trail may be accessible from Horseshoe Lake Campground, the trail may not yet have been cleared for the season or there may be snow present on the trail. Contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information at 360-497-1103.
Trail #116 High Lakes Open Open 6/25/23: Access to trail is clear and no snow, Road conditions are favorable on Forest Rd 23 and 2329. You may encounter down limbs and trees and brush over trail in places. Leave No Trace. Heavy mosquito population. No creating new trails into forest for ATV use!
Trail #117 Council Bluff Open Open 06/30/23: Open for camping. LEAVE NO TRACE. Ensure campfires are completely out! No gas powered boat motors in lake. 
Trail #12 Stagman Ridge None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. 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 None None 07/01/2023; 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 Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Trail is inaccessible due to wildfire damage. Contact the Mt. St. Helen's Ranger District for more information. 360-449-7800.
Trail #13 Muddy Meadows None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Mosquito season is in full swing, so repellant is highly recommended. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402.
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 Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Trail is inaccessible due to fire 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: Trai is logged out. Trail was burned over in 2020. Review information about safety tips for burned areas. 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 06/23/2024: Trail has patchy snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #135 Big Huckleberry None None 6/16/224: 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 Unreachable Unreachable 03/19/2024: Currently inaccessible due to Sunset Fire.
Trail receives little travel or maintenance. 
Trail #14 Steamboat Viewpoint None None 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 Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Trail is inaccessible due to fire damage.
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 and has wildflowers on the Knoll. 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 not 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 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 fee payable with a NWFP, or an Interagency pass or $5 cash. This trail shares a parking lot with Trail #152. The road leading to the Trail is very potholed. Repairs are scheduled for this summer. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #153 Paradise Hills Closed Closed 11/06/2023: Trail is closed. 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 None None For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #156 Wildcat Closed Closed 03/19/2024: Trail is inaccessible due to fire damage.
Trail #157 McClellan Meadows Open Open 06/09/2024: Trail is accessible but not 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail may have received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #16 Shorthorn None None 06/23/2024: Trail is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #17 Stabler Camp None None 11/06/2023: Trail has recieved snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.
Trail #171 Indian Race Track None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #171A Shortcut None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail recieved snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509) 395-3402.
Trail #179 Lemei Lake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509) 395-3402.
Trail #18 Table Mountain None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. 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 #180E Indian Pits Open Open 03/19/2024: Indian Pits Trail is open.
Trail #180F Pyramid Rock/Grouse Vista Open Open 03/19/2024: Pyramid Rock/Grouse Vista is open.
Trail #183 South Climb Open Open 6/16/224: Trail is accessible. Trail is mostly snow free for the first mile. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509)395-3402.
Trail #184 Lava Canyon Open Open 06/24/2024: 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. There are some missing railings along the trail, so please use caution as you hike. The suspension bridge is still closed at this time. For more information, contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Trail #185 Wood Lake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #187 Iron Creek Campground Loop Open Open 12/20/23: Closed due to wildfire damage in 2023.
Trail #19 Cussed Hollow Open Open 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. 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 #192.2 Trapper Creek None None 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 05/03/2024: Trailhead is accessible. The Trail is partly logged out. There is a $5 day use fee at Trailhead. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #198 Sunshine Primitive Trail None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. 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 Closed Closed 03/19/2024: The Norway Pass Trailhead 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.
Trail #1: Boundary- Norway Pass to Elk Pass Closed Closed 06/24/2024: The Norway Pass and Elk Pass trailheads are closed due to lingering snow levels. Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible via northbound travel from Cougar.Learn More.
Trail #1: Boundary- Truman #207 to Norway Pass Closed Closed 03/19/2024: The Norway Pass Trailhead is closed. Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. Learn More.
Trail #1: Boundary- Yellow Jacket to Council Lake Open Open 06/30/2023: FR 2334 may be accessible to Council Lake and Boundary trail, however the trail itself may have snow or fallen logs, in addition to not being cleared for the season. For further information contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at 360-497-1103.
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 03/19/2024: 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #200 Lava Butte Closed Closed 10/12/2023: Trail is not accessible because Paradise Creek CG the location of the Trailhead is closed. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402
Trail #2000 Pacific Crest, Mt. Adams area Open Open Trail condition depends on elevation. Snow levels are about 3000 feet. Use caution as you hike these trails. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #2000 Pacific Crest, William O. Douglas Open Open 6/25/2024: Snow maybe between elevations above 4,500. It might be difficult to navigate at higher elevations. Lots 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 6/25/2024: You may encounter snow at elevations above 4,500. It may be difficult to navigate at higher elevations. Lots of hazards due to deep snow and hiden crevasses. Slush and ice ontop of snow pack. Unstable snowfields on ridges. 
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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #205 Goat Creek None None 5/1/24: You can reach trailhead on Forest Road 2750. Use caution on stream crossings. 
Trail #207 Truman (Willow Springs #207A) Open Open 03/19/2024: The Truman 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 #209: Deer Way (Primitive) None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #21 Tillicum None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #210 Meta Lake Closed Closed 05/09/2024: 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. 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 Open Open 06/21/2024: The following is a list of conditions on each compass direction section of the Loowit Trail Loop - changes to this list will be made as frequently as possible. There are a lot of downed signs and trail markers, so exercise caution and frequent navigation checks during your entire hike. Trilliums and Wild Strawberry blossoms currently blooming at this time. Hikers are successful in hiking this trail and camping conditions are becoming good.
  • North Side: Snow free, dry, and sometimes hot depending on the weather. Very beautiful on sunny days. Lots of various flowers blooming.
  • East Side: Solid snow in places, sometimes very steep. Strongly recommneded to carry/use ice axes and microspikes. Can hike around the snow on the rock
  • West Side: Patchy snow, deep stream crossings. Use trekking poles for all stream crossings. A stream between Step Creek and Loowit Creek may require removing boots to cross. There are reports of a downed tree across the trail, but it is not impossible to navigate. The tree is approximately 1-3 feet in diameter. Downed signs and trail markers also reported. Ropes are in good condition.
  • South Side: Patchy snow, sometimes more in some areas than others. There is some "balance beaming" required between tree wells. Navigation checks required in places where the trail is mostly if not all snow to ensure you remain on the trail.
     
For more information, contact the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Trail #216A Ptarmigan Open Open 06/25/24: ALERT! The cornice is showing signs of cracks and separation from the crater rim.  Failure is imminent.  Stay back behind the flag markers or visible cracks. FR 830 to Climbers Bivouac and the parking lot is clear and snow free. Use caution when hiking as the snow melts out. The trails have begun to converge together during melt out, creating confusion and returning to the correct trailhead you started from. There are a lot of downed trees, trenches, mud, roots, and snow throughotu the route. Snow patches both large and small are on the trail to Kiwi Camp. There is a solid boot path creating a route to gain the ridge. For more information, contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Administrative Headquarters at (360) 449-7800, and press option 0 to reach the front desk.
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 06/24/2024: Patchy snow is lingering along the trails in between occasional larger fields of snow. Use caution as you hike the area. Melt out is in full progress, so any creeks and stream crossings may be deeper than normal.
Trail #216E Windy Unreachable Unreachable 06/21/2024: Access to Windy Ridge and Windy Trail via Forest Road 99 is only reachable from Forest Road 25 from the north. Currently, snow is blocking access to Forest Road 99 from the FR 25 and FR 99 junction. Snow melt usually occurrs sometime in June with extended meltouts through July. Snow melt out will be very dependent on warmer weather conditions. A section of Forest Road 25 closed on 5/28/24 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 Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: Due to a landslide of Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 will be inaccessible from Cougar. 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 #225 Smith Creek Closed Closed 03/19/2024: The lower trailhead is inaccessible due to a mudslide on Forest Road 83. Access via Forest Road 99 is open. Due to a landslide on Forest Road 25, Randle and Forest Road 99 are inaccessible from Cougar. Learn More.
Trail #227 Independence Pass Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: Independence Pass is open. 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 6/24/24: July 8th - July 26th, a road closure on FR76 from Milepost 0 to Milepost .76 for a culvert replacement
Trail #228A Covel Creek Falls Open Open 6/1/23: 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.
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 06/27/2024: 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 crossable. A section of the trail near the river is showing some hillside erosion. 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. There is some overgrowth on the trail, but nothing preventing hiking.
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 Unreachable Unreachable 03/19/2024: The trail is currently closed 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 06/24/2024: 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. There are reports of downed trees on the trail, in addition to the trail beginning to erode near the top of the canyon. For more information, contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument at 360-449-7800.
Trail #237 Blue Lake Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: Blue Lake Trailhead is inaccessible at this time due to snow levels on Forest Road 81. Both approaches from Forest Road 81 and the road by Merril Lake past Kalama Horse Camp is not possible until the snow melts out. The snow usually melts out within the first or second week of June, though occasionally not until July. The snow melt will be very dependent on weather conditions and warming temperatures. 
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 03/19/2024: Butte Camp Trail is open.
Trail #24 Bluff None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #240 Sheep Canyon Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: The Sheep Canyon Trailhead is inaccessible at this time due to snow levels on Forest Road 81. Both approaches from Forest Road 81 and the road by Merril Lake past Kalama Horse Camp is not possible until the snow melts out. The snow usually melts out within the first or second week of June, though occasionally not until July. The snow melt will be very dependent on weather conditions and warming temperatures. 
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 Unreachable Unreachable 5/13/24: Forest service worker attempted hike on 5/11/24. You will encounter impassible snow on Forest Road 8420 approximately 1/4 mile prior to trailhead #252. A swift and hazardous stream crossing less than a half mile up on trail, some crossed the stream and others turned around. Trail is in rough condition with pitted and washed out pathway. 
Trail #256 Burley Mountain Open Open 6/1/23: Multiple access points possible to begin trail. Trail system should be free of snow expect some down trees or limbs as trail system has not recently been maintained. Burley Mountain Trail: 41 Reviews, Map - Washington | AllTrails 
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 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #260 Camp Creek Falls Open Open 3/15/24: Down trees and limbs on trail leading up to viewpoint for waterfall. Generally a steep but quick hike to a view of a impressive waterfall.
Trail #261 Juniper Ridge Open Open 7/10/23: No issues reported with road leading to trailhead and trail is in good condition for hiking. 
Trail #261A Sunrise Peak Unreachable Unreachable Forest Road Spur 2324: You can get within a quarter mile of the trailhead and will encounter snow on road.
Trail #262 Sunrise Not Cleared Not Cleared 10/1/23: Forest Road Spur 2324 is closed for recreation access due to logging operations. At this time, the opening date has not been announced.  Trail is usually in good condition up to junction of 261A to Sunrise Peak when snow and logs are not present. The condition 261A is difficult to hike and rutted.
Trail #263 Dark Meadow Open Open 06/30/2023: Trailhead is accessible from FR 23, but the trail itself may not have been cleared for the season or there may still be snow present. Use caution when hiking this trail. Contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District for more information. 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 Not Cleared Not Cleared 5/13/24: You cannot reach trailhead by vehicle due to snow on road. You can park and hike in snow to trailhead (adding on approximately two (2) miles of hiking to lookout point). It is strongly advised to not attempt travel in snow by vehicle to trailhead as towing and rescue efforts are not provided by Forest Service.   Driving | US Forest Service (usda.gov)     Winter Weather Driving Tips: Prepare Your Vehicle | NHTSA  Safety Tips USDA Forest Service
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 08/17/2022: ALERT: Temporary closure 8/22-9/20 from the trailhead on Forest Road 28 at Milepost 0.0 to Milepost 2.7 where the trail crosses Forest Road 23 at North Fork Group Campground due to construction work on Forest Road 23.  Down trees, loose large rocks and unknown trail conditions.
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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. There is a new 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #3 Craggy Peak None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow.For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #30 & #30A Spencer Butte & Breezy Point None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #31 Lewis River Open Open 05/10/2023: Trail is logged out and 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 08/12/2023: This segment of the trail is logged out and open. 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 08/12/2023: 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #34 Lemei Not Cleared Not Cleared 06/16/2024: Trail is snow coved after the first mile. In season mosquito repellent is recommended. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509)395-3402.
Trail #34A Wapiki Lake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #35 Service None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. 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 06/23/2024: Trail is logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #39 Morrison Creek Open Open 05/03/2024: Trail is accessible and logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information 509-395-3402.
Trail #39A Wicky Shelter Open Open 06/23/2024: Trail has been logged out. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trail #4 Snagtooth None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Access Road 9341 is again closed by a slide and is impassible. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District for more information. 509-395-3402.

Trail #48 East Crater Not Cleared Not Cleared 06/16/2024: Trail is still snow covered beginning at 4500 feet. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District further information 509-395-3402.
Trail #49 Little Huckleberry Not Cleared Not Cleared 06/16/2024: Trail still has some snow at higher elevations. 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 06/16/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #52 Monte Carlo None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow at higher elevations 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 None None 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 06/16/2024: Trail is logged out and open. For current information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #54A White Salmon River Open Open 06/16/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #55 Tombstone Lake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #59 Whistle Punk Not Cleared Not Cleared 05/03/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For more information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402
Trail #5C: French Creek None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #64A Riley South None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #65 Bluff Lake Closed Closed 9/12/22: Per Forest Order NO.06-03-05-22-02 this trail and access is closed due to fire activity. To learn more about Goat Rocks Wildfire please go to the following website link for current updated information: Goat Rocks Fire Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System (nwcg.gov) Impassable washout approx. 1.5 miles before trailhead on 4612
Trail #67 Hand Shake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #70 Steamboat Lake None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. In summer Steamboat Lake is accessible only with High clearance vehicles. For further information, contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trail #71 Pine-Way None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #72 Cold Springs None None 11/06/2023: Trail received snow.For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trail #73 Crofton Butte Not Cleared Not Cleared 06/16/2024: Trail is accessible and probably still has snow. 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 Not Cleared Not Cleared 06/16/2024: Trail is accessible and snow free, but not logged out for the 2024 season. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. 509-395-3402.
Trail #78 Packwood Lake Open Open 5/13/2024: Trail is open and accessible. Snow remains towards the end of the trail and some trees are down across the trail. Please check https://www.weather.gov/ to see if there is a Winter Storm warning in the Cascades before making your trip before June. 
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 Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trail is available for hiking until it snows. 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 12/20/23: Closed for the season.
Trail #9 Round-the-Mountain None None 11/06/2023: Trail is snow covered. For more information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trail #91 Iron Creek Falls Open Open 5/21/24: No public access from May 28th through June 21st due to a Timber Sale Logging operation at Mile Post 13 through 15 out of Randle Washington. Longterm closure on the South to North Route (Cougar to Randle Washington) of Forest Road 25: Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov)
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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail is snow covered. 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.
Trail: Hard Time Loop (X-Country Ski ) None None
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 Closed Closed 9/12/22: Per Forest Order NO.06-03-05-22-02 this trail and access is closed due to fire activity. To learn more about Goat Rocks Wildfire please go to the following website link for current updated information: Goat Rocks Fire Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System (nwcg.gov) Impassible washout before trailhead (adding Approx. 1.5 miles to trailhead). 
Trailhead: Buck Creek-Lower Open Open 06/16/2024: 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 9/27/23: Trail reopened 9/7/23 after a year long closure due to the 2022 Goat Rock Fire. Conditions are unknown.
Trailhead: Climbers Bivouac Open Open 06/25/24: ALERT! The cornice is showing signs of cracks and separation from the crater rim.  Failure is imminent.  Stay back behind the flag markers or visible cracks.  The road and parking lot is open and snow free, but four wheel drive and high clearance recommended due to potholes and washboard conditions. Please exercise extreme caution if you decide to drive to Climber's Bivouac. The road is one way and out with no turn arounds, narrow, and difficult to get out of if you get stuck. Please contact Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Administrative Headquarters for more information at (360) 449-7800, and press option 0 to reach the front desk.
Trailhead: Coleman Weedpatch Open Open 10/4/2021: Trail conditions unknown at this time. Much of the Goat Rocks is above 6000 feet and typically receives snow fall as early as mid-late September. Check the local forecast before setting off on your hike and always have a plan B. For current information, contact Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at 360-497-1100.
Trailhead: Crab Creek Open Open 06/15/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Parking Reservation Tickets are required. Obtain a Ticket online at recreation.gov. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Crest Camp Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is open. There is now 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 6/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. 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 06/16/224: Trailhead is accessible. 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 Closed Closed 06/16/2024: Trailhead is inaccessible due to snow. 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 06/16/2024: Road to trailhead is clear but very rough. High clearance vehicles recommended. Road will be gated closed December, 1. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for further information, 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Filloon Closed Closed 11/03/2023: Trailhead is accessible until it snows more. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Forest Road 88 - Pacific Crest Trail None None 11/06/2023: Trail head received snow. 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. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current information (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Independence Pass Unreachable Unreachable 05/09/2024: Independence Pass is open. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trail has received snow. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402 for more information.
Trailhead: Langfield Falls Open Open 06/16/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current info. (509)395-3402.
Trailhead: Lily Basin Open Open 6/20/23: Conditions are unknown and there is a current winter snow storm in effect in the Cascade Mountains. Please refer to hiker reports on Washington Trail Association or All Trails. Heart Lake via Lily Basin Trail — Washington Trails Association (wta.org) For weather reports we recommend National Weather Service webiste. National Weather Service
 
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 6/16/2024: 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 Open Open 06/09/2024: Trailhead is accessible. There is a $5 day use fee payable with cash or by use of a NWFP or Interagency Pass to park there. A Parking Reservation Ticket is also required for parking. Tickets can be obtained online from Recreation.gov. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District (509) 395-3402.
Trailhead: Middle Trail (Lower) None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead has received snow. Middle Trail begins at the Service Trail. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Middle Trail (Upper) None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead has received snow. 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 None None 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: :ower 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead received snow. For information contact Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Muddy Meadows None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead has received snow. Contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 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 Unreachable Unreachable 06/24/2024: The Norway Pass trailhead is inaccessible due to lingering snow levels on FR 26 and FR 99. The gate to FR 26 will remain closed until the roads are free of snow. This area is usually accessible sometime in June or July, depending on weather conditions, when the snow completely melts out. 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 None None 3/15/24: Forest Road 1260 and Packwood Lake Trail are not maintained during winter months from November to April. Only vehicles with high clearance and chains are able to reach parking area for trailhead. Due to recent winter storms affecting our region, expect snow on road, down trees,and limbs. Trail conditons: expect snow, tree debris and unfavorable hiking condtions. 
Trailhead: Service None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead received snow. 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 Open Open 06/23/2024: Trailhead is accessible. For further information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Snowgrass for hikers Open Open 6/13/24: High clearance vehicle needed to access parking at trailhead. You will encounter deep snow and hazards on trial system. 
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 Open Open 6/16/224: Trailhead is accessible. To park at TH it is necessary to display on the dash a copy of your Climbing Permit or if not climbing a NWFP or an Interagency Pass. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District for current conditions (509)395-3402 or go to the Climbing Report on the GPNF web site.
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 08/12/2023: Trailhead is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Spencer Butte None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 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 Open Open 05/03/2024: Trail head is accessible and open. To park at this trailhead, it is 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 Open Open 06/09/2024: Trailhead is accessible. A Parking Reservation Ticket is required to park at the TH. 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) None None 06/16/2024: Trail head is accessible. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Whistle Punk Open Open 05/03/2024: Trailhead is open. 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 None None 11/06/2023: Trailhead received snow. For information contact the Mt. Adams Ranger Station 509-395-3402.
Trailhead: Wright Meadows Open Open 06/09/2024: Trailhead is accessible. Trailhead is for motorized user parking only. A Parking Reservation Ticket is required to park there. Tickets can be obtained online from Recreation.gov. 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 None None 6/28/24: Trail conditions are expected to be hazardous. You will encounter down trees, limbs, strong current stream crossings and other potential hazards due to snow in elevations higher than 4,500 feet and lose sight of trail. 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 None None 11/06/2023: The Wilderness received snow and might require snow equipment if hiking there. For current information, contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402.
Wilderness: Mt. Adams None None 11/06/2023: The Wilderness is snow covered at higher elevations. For further information contact Mount Adams Ranger District(509) 395-3402.
Wilderness: Trapper Creek Open Open 11/06/2023: Trapper Creek has snow at higher elevations. 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 Unreachable Unreachable 06/24/2024: There is no access to Windy Ridge via Forest Road 99 at this time due to lingering snow levels near the FR 25 and FR 99 junction, and some shaded sections of FR 99. The area will remain closed until the snow is completely melted out. Snow melt usually occurrs sometime in June with extended meltouts through July. Snow melt out will be very dependent on warmer weather conditions. A section of Forest Road 25 closed on 5/28/24 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. 
Worm Flows, Winter Climbing Route Open Open 06/25/2024: ALERT! The cornice is showing signs of cracks and separation from the crater rim.  Failure is imminent.  Stay back behind the flag markers or visible cracks. Road 83 is passable to all vehicles up to Marble Mountain Sno-Park. SnoPark Passes are no longer required. Ice is present on the climbing route above the tree line. Ice axes and crampons are strongly recommended. Be mindful of glissade trails leading you off the climbing route.
  • 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 don't trust footprints you see. 
  • Pack out your trash, please. Please bring your own blue bags due to limited supply at the trailhead.
  • Please do not congregate at the summit or in the parking lot.
  • Check Avalance Risk Levels often before your climb!