Klickitat Trail, Cispus Lookout — Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016

South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley

It has been eleven years since my last trip to Cispus Lookout. There are new conditions in the area since my last report. Cispus Point trailhead is located about 15 miles south of Packwood, Wa., at the end of FS-20 road. FS-20 has major washouts, but is still passable with a high clearance vehicle, 4wd is helpful, but not mandatory yet. It is just my opinion, but I think this road will not be repaired in the future. Eleven years ago, the trailhead 3 miles west of Cispus Point, Klickitat trail #7, was on relatively good roads 55 and 5508, spur 023. Green Trails shows spur 024, Google Earth shows spur 023. Check with the Forest Service if you are new to this area. Most of the trail is in good condition, but there were areas that are overgrown, but that never stops the old geezer team. There are still lots of flowers, but they are fading fast.