Wynoochee Lake Shore Trailhead - Coho Campground
This is a day-use trailhead, not a campground. No overnight camping is available at the trailhead. Parking and trail access are available when Coho Campground is open, typically mid-May through early October. For camping, reserve a site at adjacent Coho Campground via Recreation.gov.
Heat Advisory issued August 5 at 8:14PM PDT until August 6 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 55 to 58 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
Air Quality Alert issued August 5 at 3:47PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
An Air Quality Alert for wildfire smoke has been issued by the following agencies: Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Olympic Region Clean Air Agency. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, Mason, Grays Harbor, and Thurston Counties through 5pm Thursday, August 6 due to wildfire smoke from regional fires. Air quality is expected to be UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS to UNHEALTHY for most of the area. When the air quality is UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS, individuals with health concerns and pre-existing conditions should reduce exposure and take precautions. At UNHEALTHY air quality, all individuals should take precautions to reduce exposure. This means limiting time outside, avoiding strenuous outdoor activity, and following tips for cleaner indoor air. Visit pscleanair.gov and orcaa.org/news-notices for current conditions, updates, and more information.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
About
Wynoochee Lake Shore Trailhead provides access to the Wynoochee Lake Shore Trail #878 in Olympic National Forest's Quinault Area. This is a day-use trailhead, not a campground. The trailhead is located within Coho Campground on the west shore of Wynoochee Lake, surrounded by evergreen conifers and hardwoods. Parking is available at the walk-in parking lot or boat launch parking lot inside Coho Campground. While the trailhead itself does not have potable water, flush toilets and drinking water are accessible at Coho Campground when it is open during the summer season (typically mid-May through early October). For overnight camping, visitors should reserve sites at Coho Campground through Recreation.gov. The campground offers standard campsites, walk-in tent sites, a group site, and three yurts overlooking the lake. No fees are required to access the trailhead itself.
Directions
From Montesano, WA, head north on Wynoochee Valley Road (1 mile west of Montesano off Route 12). Drive 35 miles on Wynoochee Valley Road (Forest Service Road 22) to a major intersection, turn left to stay on FS Road 22, then turn right on Forest Service Road 2294 and drive about one mile to Coho Campground. The trailhead parking is at the walk-in or boat launch lots inside the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (360) 956-2402 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!