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Trail #59 Whistle Punk
This Trail Open to Hikers Only.
This trail is an accessible interpretive trail that tells the story of forest management from a historical perspective. The trail surface is crushed compacted gravel, 48 inches wide with turnouts and resting benches. It access a marsh viewing platform where various bird species can be heard and seen.
Accessible Adventures Video
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 05/03/2024: Trail is accessible but not logged out. For more information contact Mt. Adams Ranger District 509-395-3402 |
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| Operational Hours: | Open most of the year |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Closed to All Motorized Use. Bicycle Use Prohibited. |
| Closest Towns: | Stabler, WA; Carson, WA |
| Passes: | A valid Recreation Pass is required at trailhead. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Mt. Adams Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Carson,WA. travel north for approximately 9 miles on Wind River Highway (Forest Road 30). Turn left onto Hemlock Road and go 1 1/4 miles to Forest Service Road 43 (just past the Wind River Work Center). Turn right on Forest Service Road 43 and go 1/2 mile to Forest Service Road 417. Turn right on Forest Service Road 417. Go about 1/2 mile to the parking lot.
Accessibility:
Activities
Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:The trail also goes past a wetland area and into an old-growth forest. The final leg of the trail takes visitors through an old Wind River Nursery field.
Interpretive Areas
Recreation areas with activity Interpretive Areas:Signs and a brochure guide visitors along the trail, which runs along an old railroad grade (dating back to 1913) and past features associated with railroad logging by the Wind River Logging Company.