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Wellington Trailhead

Skykomish, Washington · King County · Facility

Provides access to: Iron Goat Trail 1074 WellingtonFor information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests, visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/accessiblerecreation

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About Wellington Trailhead

Provides access to: Iron Goat Trail 1074 WellingtonFor information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests, visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/accessiblerecreation

How to Get There

From Skykomish take US Highway 2 east for 16 miles to milepost 64.4, just west of Stevens Pass, and turn north on the Old Stevens Pass Highway. (Alert: Due to limited sight distance proceed east to Stevens Pass, turn around at the crest of the hill where visibility is optimal, and return to Milepost 64.4.)Continue on Old Stevens Pass Highway for 2.8 mi. until you reach the junction with Forest Service road 050 and turn right. This will take you to the parking lot and trailhead.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Wellington Trailhead

Heading to Wellington Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Wellington Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Wellington Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/235399) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Wellington Trailhead?

From Skykomish take US Highway 2 east for 16 miles to milepost 64.4, just west of Stevens Pass, and turn north on the Old Stevens Pass Highway. (Alert: Due to limited sight distance proceed east to Stevens Pass, turn around at the crest of the hill where visibility is optimal, and return to Milepost 64.4.)Continue on Old Stevens Pass Highway for 2.8 mi. until you reach the junction with Forest Ser…