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The Brothers Wilderness

The Brothers Wilderness is located on the east side of the Olympic National Forest, north of Lena Lake in Jefferson County. Except for a relatively gentle valley area in the East Fork of Lena Creek, the entire 16,682 acre Wilderness is quite precipitous with tree covered slopes extending to about 5,000 feet. Elevation ranges from 699 feet near the Dosewallips River to the 6,866 foot summit of The Brothers. Other major peaks include Mt. Jupiter Ridge, and St. Peter's Dome. Western hemlock, Douglas-fir and western red cedar dominate the lower slopes. Pacific silver fir and mountain hemlock cover the upper slopes before giving way to subalpine fir and mountain meadows and rock outcrops.

The Duckabush River is the only major stream flowing through the Wilderness. Jupiter Lakes and several small ponds are located on Jupiter Ridge.

Please follow regulations and use Leave No Trace techniques to help protect this unique area.

General Information

Recreation Opportunities:

The Brothers Wilderness has excellent opportunities for backpacking, mountain climbing, hunting, and camping. Wilderness visitors should always carry rain gear and adequate clothing, food, and backpacking equipment. Proper boots and clothing should be worn.

Wilderness regulations apply:

Fires are prohibited above 3,500 feet elevation within the Wilderness. Stoves only.
Fires are prohibited at Jupiter Lakes and Ponds. Stoves only.
Groups consisting of more than 12 persons and/or 8 head of livestock are prohibited.
Gathering wood above 3,500 feet elevation for starting and/or maintaining open fires or stoves is prohibited.
Tethering of livestock to trees and/or other vegetation is prohibited, except for incidental use not to exceed 30 minutes.
The use of pelletized or certified weed-free feed is required in all National Forests in the Pacific Northwest.
Caching or leaving equipment, personal property or supplies unattended for a period in excess of 24 hours is prohibited.

A one story building made of wood, the Quilcene office is surrounded by trees, with a flagpole in the front.

Address: 295142 Highway 101 S. Quilcene, WA 98376
Phone: (360) 765-2200
Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.oly_so_admin@usda.gov

Getting There

Elevation

600' to 6,866'

Directions

This Wilderness spans North and South Hood Canal areas.

Trails that access The Brothers Wilderness:

Lena Lake Trail #810 - This trail is 3.6 miles to the junction with The Brothers Trail and is considered moderate.
The Brothers Trail #821- Accessed from Lena Lake Trail #810, this 3 miles trail provides access to popular climbing routes to The Brothers. It is considered easy to difficult.
Duckabush Trail #803 - This trail follows the Duckabush River and enters Olympic National Park at 6.2 miles. It is considered easy to difficult.
Mt. Jupiter Trail #809 -This difficult 7.9 mile trail provides access along Jupiter Ridge to Jupiter Lakes. This trail is hot and dry during the summer months.

Topo Maps:

The Brothers USGS Quad or The Brothers-Mt. Anderson Custom Correct Map.

Download free U.S. Forest Service Digital maps.

Wilderness.net

Go to Wilderness.net for online maps and other important Wilderness information.