Washington · Hiking

Smith Lake Primitive Trail

2.0 mi
round trip
3,798 ft
climb
4,633 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Smith Lake Primitive Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Olympic National Park. It doesn't name Smith Lake Primitive Trail, so check the source for the area it covers.

  • Severe Weather, Avoid Closed Areas

    Park closure covering Olympic National Park · NPS · Olympic National Park

  • Visitors to Rialto, Ruby Beach & Coastal Areas Cautioned Due to High Tides

    Park alert covering Olympic National Park · NPS · Olympic National Park

  • Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact

    Park alert covering Olympic National Park · NPS · Olympic National Park

  • Full Burn Ban Begins August 7

    Park alert covering Olympic National Park · NPS · Olympic National Park

  • Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas

    Park alert covering Olympic National Park · NPS · Olympic National Park

As of · Source: NPS · Olympic National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Smith Lake Primitive Trail is a hard hike in Olympic National Park, within the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness in Washington. The route is an out-and-back that starts at about 4,500 feet and climbs to a high point of 4,633 feet, with a total elevation gain of 3,798 feet over the course of the trip. The trail is managed by the National Park Service, and a fee is charged. The trail is about 4 miles long, and the climb is steep. Plan on about 3 hours for the round trip. The route begins at a lower point of 3,384 feet, so the ascent is a significant part of the hike. The Flapjack Lakes Trail and the Gladys Divide Primitive Trail both lie within a mile of this route, making it easy to link them into a longer outing. Paddlers can head to Five Stream, about 5 miles away, and climbers will find Lake Cushman roughly 6 miles off.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.