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Spider Lake Trailhead

Hoodsport, Washington · Mason County · Facility

Provides access to: Spider Lake Loop Trail #879Enter trail from either the North or South end of lake.Note: The trail and lake might not be signed, look for Spider Lake below the Forest Road 23 on the east side of the road.

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About Spider Lake Trailhead

Provides access to: Spider Lake Loop Trail #879Enter trail from either the North or South end of lake.Note: The trail and lake might not be signed, look for Spider Lake below the Forest Road 23 on the east side of the road.

How to Get There

From Shelton, WA travel 7 miles north on Highway 101. Turn west on the Valley Road and drive about 5.5 miles to the junction with Forest Road 23. Turn right and proceed for 10 miles on Forest Road 23 to the junction of Forest Road 2353. Veer left and continue on Forest Road 23 (end of pavement) another 8 miles to the Spider Lake Trailhead.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Spider Lake Trailhead

Heading to Spider Lake 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 Spider Lake Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Spider Lake Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10071154) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Spider Lake Trailhead?

From Shelton, WA travel 7 miles north on Highway 101. Turn west on the Valley Road and drive about 5.5 miles to the junction with Forest Road 23. Turn right and proceed for 10 miles on Forest Road 23 to the junction of Forest Road 2353. Veer left and continue on Forest Road 23 (end of pavement) another 8 miles to the Spider Lake Trailhead.