Mount Townsend
Olympic Peninsula
As of early August 2026, Mount Townsend's trail is in excellent condition with no significant snow. Reports from July and August indicate the trail is well-maintained, with smooth switchbacks and only minor obstacles like a few gravelly sections near the summit. Wildflowers were abundant in July, and some may still be present.
Parking at the upper trailhead can fill up, especially on weekends. The forest service road to the upper lot is generally manageable for sedans, though some sections are narrower and may have potholes. Navigation is recommended as cell service is unreliable. The bathroom at the upper lot was noted as temporarily closed in mid-July due to pumping needs. Hikers should be prepared for windy and cooler conditions at the summit, even on sunny days, and bring layers.
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Definitely a top 5 hike for me. I loved the start through the dark forest and then gradually get up into the sub-alpine and seeing the sweeping views of the Olympics. It was a cloudy day so Iām sure t...
Lost: Black tote bag with collapsible fishing pole, reel and gear box. Please contact me if you happen to find at the trailhead or the side of the road.malcolm.mcphee@gmail.comWe spent 2 nights at Sil...
I think I may have lost my glasses up near the summit when I switched to contacts. If anyone sees a pair up there, grab them and I'll pay for them to be shipped back plus a finders fee.Ā I'll check WT...
Trail is well-maintained and well-marked, 8ish miles as listed. Lots of wildflowers blooming during this time of the year, and a great hike for intermediate hikers, the elevation is intense but take y...
- I parked at the Upper Trailhead off forest service road 2812. When I arrived on a Tuesday around 1 PM, the upper lot was about 3/4 full. The drive on the forest service road threw me off a little bi...
Started out early to beat the heat.Ā Nice breeze on top with great views all round! Well maintained trails as I noticed fallen trees from last year cut and off the trail. Beautiful wild flowers of man...
Arrived at 8:15am and the upper trailhead parking (which is small) was already overflowing.Ā The trail didn't feel overcrowded though.Ā Note that there was a thick marine lawyer over most of the sound...
Beautiful trail and view!Got to trailhead at 8:00 am on a Friday. The parking lot is really small - enough for about 15 cars in the designated parking. I was the last one to get a spot- people parked ...
Wow! My first time up there and I am super impressed. Yes, it's a slog up, but worth every step for the incredible views. You can see all 5 of Washington's active volcanoes from the south peak.Ā I pus...
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