Ancient fossils still lie hidden in the bold and bronzen buttes of Badlands National Park, a protected wilderness penetrated by hiking and biking trails.
This high elevation trail features a dry beargrass opening with scree and talus slopes surrounded by silver fir/mountain hemlock stands. Wonderful view of Mt. Rainier and surrounding area, including the West Fork White River Valley and floodplains.
The trail leaves from the end of Road No. 7430 and follows the ridge to Clearwest Peak, elevation 5644 feet and site of an old lookout. From the lookout site is a beautiful view of Mt. Rainier and the surrounding country. This trail is in the Clearwater Wilderness. All wilderness regulations apply.
No motorized vehicles or bicycles allowed.
Dogs must be on a leash.
Use established rings for campfires.
Details
Length:
0.8 mile one-way
Difficulty:
Difficult
Elevation Range:
4725 feet to 5900
Elevation Change:
1175
Usage:
Medium
Season:
Summer to Fall
Useful Map(s):
USGS 7.5', Old Baldy Mtn.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Drive east on State Highway 410 from Enumclaw 21.8 miles to West Fork Road #74. Turn right (south) onto West Fork Road #74 and follow 7.0 miles to #7430. Turn left (south) onto Road #7430 and follow 7.4 miles to end of road. Trailhead is on the left side of the road. Difficult turnaround at end of road. There are 10 parking spaces on the road shoulder.
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