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This trail leads over the top of Kelly Butte where you'll find a fire lookout and a fantastic view of Rainier.


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Map Key

6.1

Miles

9.8

KM

Point to Point

5,378' 1,639 m

High

1,663' 507 m

Low

879' 268 m

Up

3,714' 1,132 m

Down

14%

Avg Grade (8°)

46%

Max Grade (25°)

Dogs Unknown

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Need to Know

Getting to the parking lot: Get on SR410, then look for USFS 7030. There are a bunch of spurs, but just keep on the main road. At point there is a hairpin and you need to keep left. I would advise looking at a map before you head out. Also I think it's on the Northwest Forest Pass, but there was nothing on the board to indicate that.

Description

From the parking lot follow the dirt path. After a little bit there will be a sign that says “trail.” That is indeed the trail.

Start heading up. It gets steep in some spots, but overall not too bad. The dirt is a little loose in sports. After the switchbacks, the trail becomes more gradual and a little less exposed. Continue and you'll see the lookout with almost 360 degree views. Now look behind you and enjoy.

The lookout was open when I was there, no one in uniform either.

The trail continues north descending all the way to the river.

Flora & Fauna

There are huckleberries along the side of the trail.

Shared By:

Patrick Heyboer

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  4.8 from 6 votes

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#65

in Washington

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The backside of the lookout, looking south toward Rainier
Sep 2, 2018 near Greenwater, WA

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Nov 3, 2019
Savannah H
Aug 18, 2019
Chelsey Roos
Beautiful day after the morning fog lifted.
Jul 18, 2019
Jay Perry
Great trail! Bear grass is in full bloom and the views are incredible! 3.4mi
May 27, 2019
Jenny Caywood
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