Meadow Mountain
(Trail #657 - Northwest of Glacier Peak)

HIKING / BACKPACKING

Distance: 35 miles round trip Hiking Time: 4-5 days High Point: 6100 feet

Elevation Gain: 5800 feet

Maps: USGS Pugh Mountain
Greentrails - Sloan Peak #111, Glacier Peak #112

The first five miles of trail is on road #2710 which was gated to limit access. At the end of the road the trailhead is found on the left and climbs steeply for 1.3 miles through dense woods before reaching the first meadow. A small stream is located nearby. The trail continues for 1.5 miles reaching the junction with the Meadow Lake Trail on the left, 0.7 miles away. The main trail continues past the junction angling up the ridge passing through forests and meadows. The route continues up and down on numerous switchbacks giving excellent views of Glacier Peak. Although campsites are frequent, the first site with guaranteed water is at 4 miles. Continuing up the ridge, the trail proceeds through patches of trees, flowers and fantastic views eventually dropping down with a few switchbacks. Campsites are found all along the trail. At 7.5 miles the trail passes Fire Mountain and at 12.5 miles (17.5 miles from the gate), you come to the White Chuck Trail #643.

Directions: From Darrington, follow the Mountain Loop Highway South to the White Chuck Road #23 and turn left. Follow the road for 6 miles to the Rat Trap Pass Road #2700, turn left and drive 2 miles to road #2710 which is gated. The trailhead is on the left.