Tonga Ridge / Mount Sawyer
Snowfields to cross and icy sections
9 this month · 68 reports
Central Cascades
The trail to Evergreen Mountain Lookout is currently snow-free, with reports from October 3 indicating clear conditions. The road to the trailhead remains rough in its final stretch, with some significant washouts and deep ruts, making high clearance vehicles or careful driving necessary for the last half mile or so. However, several reports suggest that even sedans can make it with slow and cautious driving October 3. Fall colors are beginning to appear on the trail as of September 27, adding to the scenic beauty. The lookout tower itself is locked, but the trail is in good condition with only minor obstacles noted.
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The road is generally rough in the last half mile to the trailhead, with significant washouts and deep ruts. However, reports from October 3 indicate it is still passable with careful driving, even for sedans, though high clearance vehicles are recommended. Some suggest parking a bit further down and hiking the last stretch.
The trail appears to be in good condition with no major obstacles reported recently. Minor blowdowns that are easy to step over were noted in September 7, and a few trees that could be stepped over were mentioned on July 23.
The trail is currently snow-free. Reports from October 3 and September 27 confirm no snow at the summit or along the trail.
The lookout tower is currently locked, though it has been used by trail workers for repairs. This was noted in a report from July 20.
Snowfields to cross and icy sections
9 this month · 68 reports
Bees near the upper falls, watch out
6 this month · 166 reports
Fall colors are peaking, enjoy a unique view
6 this month · 77 reports
Lake level is very low, revealing extensive shoreline
5 this month · 114 reports
Lingering fall color, tunnels to explore
5 this month · 57 reports
Trail has lost many stairs to landslides
4 this month · 203 reports
Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
Frog mountain and then evergreen lookoutOkay please be advised you have to take beckler road do not take the washed out road you'll turn around and have to drive back.Beckler road to frog mountain tra...
Climbing up this trail last week, I had an overwhelming urge to return with a few friends for a sunset hike given how smooth the road was and how quick and safe the descent felt. Well, as majestic as ...
The RoadNothing of note before Jack Pass, and most of the last 10 miles are clear until the end (as others indicate). There are a couple of fords along the way which do not pose any immediate problems...
Nice trail with nice views. Fall foliage is starting. No berries. No people. Road is as described
THE ROAD. Beckler River Road is totally fine to Jack Pass (any vehicle). As you come in, there is a deep gully just off the left side of the road just past the fourth bridge after pavement ends -- ju...
The long forest service road is partially washed out about 1.6 miles from the Beckler River Road, which is around 7 miles from the trailhead. Vehicles can get through, but who knows how long it is goi...
Hiked this trail on a Friday after work for sunset.Getting to the trail requires a 45-min drive on gravel roads, but only the last 15 or so min are bad. If you’re in a sedan, highly recommend parking ...
The clouds didn't burn off most of the hike. Once up at the lookout there was about a one minute window when just the summits of three peaks to the NNW emerged and then disappeared. What we were rewar...
This lookout tower has been on the list for a long time , but the length of the drive has been a deterrent for such a short hike. We decided to tackle this to get it off our list.The road is open at ...
Summited for a sunset. Nice but westerly clouds diminished the awe. The trail is fine (a few manageable downed trees), so this report is about the road. First, a complaint about mis-information. T...