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Packwood Lake


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Packwood Lake

A moderate, 8-mile round trip hike with 1,100 feet of elevation gain that can be done out-and-back or as a loop with half hiked on a road.

getting there

From US-12 in Packwood, turn south onto Snyder Road (Forest Road 1260) and drive 5.5 miles to the road's end and the Packwood Lake Trailhead (2,800 ft).

on the trail

Hike out-and-back on the Packwood Lake Trail or make this a loop by hiking out the trail and back on the road that parallels the trail. On a clear day the road offers great views of Mount Rainier, Johnson Peak, and other peaks nearby. There are some waterfalls along the trail. Consider extending your trip by hiking up to Mosquito Lake and maybe on to Lost Lake. Or hike the Upper Lake Creek Trail.

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Day Hiking
  • Seasons: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 8.1 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,105 ft
  • 3,300 ft
Map
  • Green Trails Goat Rocks William O Douglas Wilderness No. 303S
  • Green Trails Packwood No. 302
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