About Trailhead: Sand Lake
Provides access to: Sand Lake Trail #60 which enters William O. Douglas Wilderness from the south. Sand Lake Trail climbs to meet the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 at Sand Lake.
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Trailhead: Sand Lake
Packwood, Washington · Lewis County · Facility
Provides access to: Sand Lake Trail #60 which enters William O. Douglas Wilderness from the south. Sand Lake Trail climbs to meet the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 at Sand Lake.
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46.63173, -121.43608
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Weather at Trailhead: Sand Lake
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
62°/45°
🌬 14mph
↑ 5:39 AM ↓ 8:44 PM
Mon
Overcast
64°/46°
💧 1%🌬 13mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:43 PM
Tue
Overcast
66°/42°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:41 AM ↓ 8:42 PM
Wed
Overcast
72°/38°
🌬 8mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 8:41 PM
Thu
Overcast
71°/40°
🌬 7mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:39 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From Packwood, Wa follow US-12 E for 19 miles and turn left on Forest Road 1284 and drive 2.7 miles to the trailhead.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Trailhead: Sand Lake
Heading to Trailhead: Sand Lake? 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
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