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Run from the PCT to a flat area good for camping with outstanding views on the north side of Mt. Adams.


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Map Key

1.1

Miles

1.7

KM

67%

Runnable

6,906' 2,105 m

High

6,082' 1,854 m

Low

825' 252 m

Up

2' 1 m

Down

15%

Avg Grade (8°)

43%

Max Grade (23°)

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Features Commonly Backpacked · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Need to Know

This entire trail is in the Mt Adams Wilderness area so wilderness regulations apply.

Description

This trail begins at a clear, signed intersection with the Killen Creek Trail #113 and the Pacific Crest Trail. Most runners take the 3.2 mile Killen Creek Trail #113 to access High Camp but other longer options from nearby trailheads also work, such as Divide Camp Trail #112 or Muddy Meadows Trail #13.

From the intersection, the trail immediately begins climbing at a moderate grade through fields of lupines, Indian paintbrushes, and other wildflowers during summer. Soon views to Mount Rainier and the Goat Rocks will open up behind you to the north. The trail will level out a little before approaching the left/eastern side of the prominent ridge before you (marked simply with it's 6,928 foot elevation on some maps).

The climb up this ridge is steep and on disorganized, loose switchbacks. You'll crest the first part of the ridge to outstanding views of Adams over a snowfield. The trail continues steeply up and to the right along the scree field. At the top you can rest among the scraggly evergreens or continue along the now flat section that's High Camp. After a while the official trail ends among informal trails to various campsites.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - Gifford Pinchot

Shared By:

Karl W

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Adams Glacier on the north face of Mt. Adams.
Aug 23, 2020 near White S…, WA
Mt. Adams from High Camp.
Aug 19, 2020 near White S…, WA

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