Dog Lake
Dog Lake sits at approximately 3,400 feet in elevation and offers a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The area is popular for camping, hiking, boating, and fishing, making it […]
Leech Lake
Leech Lake is a peaceful, high-elevation lake covering forty-one acres and prized for its fly-fishing-only regulations. Popular with anglers targeting brook trout, the lake offers a quiet and focused fishing […]
White Pass Ski Area
White Pass Ski Area is a premier mountain destination offering year-round recreation in a classic Cascade setting. In winter, the area is known for its light, dry powder and welcoming […]
Palisades Viewpoint
Palisades Viewpoint is a newly renovated safety rest area and scenic stop offering dramatic views of towering volcanic rock formations. These striking palisades rise sharply from the valley floor, forming […]
Mt. Rainier National Park Stevens Canyon Entrance
The Stevens Canyon Entrance provides access to the southeastern side of Mount Rainier National Park and connects visitors to some of the park’s most iconic features during the snow-free season. […]
Skate Creek Road (Forest Service Rd 52)
Skate Creek Road, also known as Forest Service Road 52, is a scenic backroad connecting Packwood to the Nisqually Entrance of Mount Rainier National Park. Following the winding course of […]
White Pass Country Historical Museum
White Pass Country Historical Museum preserves and shares the rich heritage of the Upper Cowlitz Valley, from early communities such as Kosmos to the White Pass corridor. Located in the […]
Goat Rocks Wilderness
Goat Rocks Wilderness is a dramatic and rugged landscape formed from the eroded remains of an ancient volcano. Named for the mountain goats that inhabit the area, this wilderness offers […]
Cowlitz Valley Elk Habitat
Cowlitz Valley Ranger Station serves as an essential resource for visitors exploring the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Staffed by knowledgeable local rangers, the station provides current information on road conditions, […]
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Encompassing more than 1.3 million acres, Gifford Pinchot National Forest is one of Washington’s oldest and most diverse national forests. The forest offers extensive recreation opportunities including hiking, camping, wildlife […]