The Independence Pass trail is impassable past the first 1.5 miles due to significant washouts and cannot currently be connected with the Boundary Trail to complete this loop.
Independence Pass Loop
46.2820,
-122.0966
Map & Directions
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Length
- 6.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,665 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,700 feet
The Independence Pass trail is impassable past the first 1.5 miles due to significant washouts and cannot currently be connected with the Boundary Trail to complete this loop.
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Hiking Independence Pass Loop
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Independence Pass Loop
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
Northwest Forest PassWTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.
Getting There
From State Highway 12 in Randle, take Hwy 131S south for 2.8 miles to Forest Road 25. Continue on FR 25 for another 24.3 miles to the junction with Forest Road 99. Turn right onto FR 99 towards Windy Ridge. Drive approximately 12.2 miles to Independence Pass Trailhead. on your right.
From Cougar, take Lewis River Road east for 2.8 miles. The road then changes to Forest Road 90. Continue on FR 90 for 16 miles and stay to the left on Forest Road 25, pass the Pine Creek Information Center. Drive FR 25 for 25 miles to the junction of Forest Road 99. Turn left onto FR 99 towards Windy Ridge. Drive approximately 12.2 miles to Independence Pass Trailhead on your right.
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