Washington · Hiking

Wagonwheel Lake Trail

Wagonwheel Lake TrailPhoto: Olympic National Park, Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)
2.6 mi
round trip
3,996 ft
climb
4,064 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Olympic National Park. It doesn't name Wagonwheel Lake 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.

Wagonwheel Lake Trail is a hard hike in Olympic National Park in Washington, managed by the National Park Service. The trail is about 2.6 miles long, and the round trip covers roughly 5.2 miles with a total elevation gain of about 3,996 feet. The climb is front-loaded, with the high point at about 4,064 feet, and the route is an out-and-back that starts at about 951 feet. A fee is charged for this hike, according to the National Park Service. Shady Lane Trail lies just 0.1 mile away, and Copper Creek is about 0.7 mile off. Paddlers can reach the North Fork Skokomish River about 1.3 miles away, and climbers will find Lake Cushman about 2.4 miles from the trail.

Local outfitters

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