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Scorpion Mountain via Johnson Ridge
Central Cascades
updated 2 weeks ago
The trail to Scorpion Mountain via Johnson Ridge is generally in good condition, with reports from September 11th indicating it's snow-free and passable. However, the access road has been described as rough but passable by most vehicles, with some deeper ruts and narrow sections noted on September 11th and June 28th. While Scorpion Mountain itself is considered more of a bump, Joan Lake, which is accessible from this trail, is highlighted as a beautiful and impressive destination by multiple reports from August and September. Blueberry bushes were noted in early stages of fruiting on September 11th, with the last of the season's huckleberries found in the Joan Lake basin on September 10th.
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What hikers ask about Scorpion Mountain via Johnson Ridge
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The access road has been described as rough but passable. On September 11th, reports mentioned areas of deep ruts and long stretches of one-lane road, requiring careful navigation for low-clearance vehicles. On August 18th, a Subaru Forester and a Kia sedan were noted at the trailhead, suggesting most vehicles can manage, but higher clearance is recommended.
Reports from August 18th and June 28th mention a single log across the trail that is easily passable. The descent to Joan Lake was noted as being more overgrown in the June 28th report, and requires care.
Yes, Joan Lake is a key feature accessible from this trail. Reports from September 11th, August 9th, and June 28th all describe reaching Joan Lake, with campsites available there. The trail to Joan Lake continues straight past the turnoff for Scorpion Mountain.
On September 11th, blueberry bushes were observed with only a few microscopic blueberries just starting to fruit. On September 10th, the last of the season's huckleberries were found in the Joan Lake basin.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent2 weeks ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
This trail should be renamed the "Joan Lake Trail". Joan Lake is a beautiful gem and is a more impressive feature of this hike than Scorpion Mountain, which is more of a bump on the end of a ridge. Th...
Recent2 weeks ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Went out to try and pick some huckleberries and just barely found the last of the season. None along the ridge or Sunrise or Scorpion mountains, which was surprising! I found a few bushes still bearin...
Older1 month ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Out on Tuesday. Left Seattle at 7, arrived trailhead at 9.As noted, the Beckler River road is not closed. It's down to one lane at one culvert. That's it.The road to the trailhead is not bad. In a...
Older1 month ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Road was fully open for our trip today. The gravel road up is long, but out sedan was perfectly capable of getting up it. We saw only 4 other people on the trail. Trail is in good condition, but the d...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
If you're reading this looking for a hike to do in this area, I have to say I think there are better hikes around now. Frog Mountain is a similar amount of driving and has better views. Evergreen Moun...
Older3 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Quick afternoon hike given my late (4pm!) start. Steep at times, but a quiet, shorter hike with guaranteed views of peaks. Only two other cars at the trailhead.Road: Contrary to the WTA banner, FS65 i...
Older3 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
I will not bury the lead: like others have mentioned, there are parts of this trail that areSTUPENDOUSLY STEEP. I pulled out my phone and in certain sections it said the slope was over75 degrees!Road ...
Older3 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
There are a few inconsequential snow patches at the top of sunrise mountain, then as you start to climb again towards scorpion they last a bit longer, and then finally at the top of scorpion. I had tr...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
The RoadBeckler rd is more or less clear of obstacles through Johnson Creek Rd. Despite the large potholes, rockfalls, downed trees and ruts, there is really only one obstacle that presents an existen...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Great hike, just a bit early in the season. Ran into snowfields pretty early and they came often. Highly recommend snowshoes (or skis but would require removal multiple times) as spikes or mirco spike...