Evergreen Mountain Lookout
Closed — Closed for winter season. Available for reservations August 1 through October 15. Outside those dates, walk-in availability through the Skykomish Ranger District weather permitting. Seasonal road closures affect access.
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Mountain Loop Highway Closed Due to Landslide
A landslide is blocking the Mountain Loop Highway at milepost 37.5, about 15.5 miles south of Darrington. There is no access to Forest Service Road 49 and N. Fork Sauk and Sloan Creek trails.
Hazardous Conditions likely across Forest
Update December 15th, 2025Hazard Alert: National Forest Roads &Trails
Mountain Loop Highway and Mt. Pilchuck Rd Closed for Winter!
A 14-mile section of the Mountain Loop Highway is closed to vehicles due to snow and road conditions between the Deer Creek and Bedal gates.
Franklin Falls Sno-Park Closed this Winter
The Franklin Falls Sno-Park will not operate this winter, and the Denny Creek Road (Forest Service Road 58) will be closed to motorized traffic. The Denny Creek Road and parking lot at Franklin Falls will not be plowed.
Mountain Loop Highway closed for the winter season from Deer Creek to Bedal Campground
The Mountain Loop Highway on Darrington Ranger District is now closed to motor vehicles for the winter season from Deer Creek to Bedal Campground. Timing of re-opening in the spring depends on weather but typically occurs in mid-May.
Tupso Pass Road (FSR 41) Work
Tupso Pass Road (FSR 41) work has been completed. The road is open and passable to the Canyon Creek Bridge at milepost 8.5.
Fairfax Bridge Permanently Closed
The Fairfax Bridge on State Highway 165 (milepost 11.5) across the Carbon River has been permanently closed by Washington Department of Transportation (DOT) due to safety concerns.
FSR 23 and FSR 27 Closure Order
This alert is to announce the closures of Forest System Road #23 (White Chuck Road) from milepost 3.7 to its terminus with Forest System Road #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) and Forest System Road #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) from milepost 4 to its terminus with Forest System Road #23 (White Chuck Road).&nb
Middle Fork Camping Closure
A dispersed camping closure along part of Forest Road 56 and Forest Road 5640 went into effect June 1st. Attached is the closure order and map. The decision to close dispersed camping stems from the 2017 Wild and Scenic River designation of the Middle Fork River.
Camping Restrictions
Camping for a total of 28 days, per calendar year, on National Forest System lands outside of a developed campground is prohibited. [36 CFR § 261.58(a)]
Alcohol Prohibitions
Possessing a beverage, which is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law, by anyperson under 21 years of age is prohibited. 36 CFR § 261.58(bb)Providing or selling a beverage, which is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law, to
Entire Forest Under Food Storage Order
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has a food storage order in effect across the entire Forest. This order requires visitors to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBSNF) to store food items in a “bear resistant manner” and to properly dispose of wildlife attractants.
About
Evergreen Mountain Lookout stands at 5,587 feet elevation atop its namesake peak in the Wild Sky Wilderness. Built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this 14x14-foot L-4 ground house served as an active fire detection station until the early 1980s. During World War II, it functioned as an Aircraft Warning Station. Following volunteer restoration efforts in the 1990s, the lookout was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lookout is accessed via the Evergreen Lookout Trail, a steep 1.5-mile hike that gains significant elevation. The trail begins by climbing through the old Evergreen Mountain Burn of 1967 before entering dense old-growth forest of fir and hemlock. As the trail reaches a small saddle, the grade eases briefly before making one final push through alpine meadows to the summit. In season, hikers encounter vibrant wildflowers, blueberries, and huckleberries along the route. From the lookout, visitors are rewarded with spectacular 360-degree views. To the south, Mount Rainier watches over peaks like Mount Stuart, Mount Daniel, and Hinman. The west reveals Wild Sky Wilderness gems including Merchant Peak, Gunn Peak, and Spire Mountain. To the north, the Monte Cristo massif, Mount Sloan, and Whitehorse Mountain dominate the skyline. On clear days, Glacier Peak and Columbia Glacier are visible. The lookout is located within the Wild Sky Wilderness, where wilderness regulations apply.
Directions
From State Route 2, turn north onto Beckler River Road (Forest Road 65) 0.5 miles east of Skykomish. Continue 13 miles to Jack Pass. Turn right onto FSR 6550, drive 1 mile to FSR 6554. Follow FSR 6554 for 6.5 miles to the trailhead. Hike 1.5 miles to the lookout. Roads subject to seasonal closure.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $85 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (360) 677-2414 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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