Mount Adams Recreation Area, Protected wilderness in Yakima County, United States
Mount Adams Recreation Area encompasses 21,000 acres of varied terrain, including nine mountains and numerous trails through diverse ecological zones.
Established in 1972, the recreation area gained protection status to preserve the natural features of Mount Adams and its surrounding glacial valleys.
The Yakama Nation manages this land through their Tribal Forestry Program, maintaining traditional connections to the mountain's eastern slopes.
Three dedicated campgrounds at Bird Lake, Mirror Lake, and Bench Lake provide facilities for visitors, with high-clearance vehicles required for access.
The east side terrain formation known as The Gap features unmaintained paths and requires expert navigation skills for crossing rivers and traversing glaciers.
Location: Yakima County
GPS coordinates: 46.16165,-121.42647
Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:02
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6.7 km
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Lyman Glacier
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50.9 km
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Hood River Bridge
49.7 km
Ernest S. and Clara C. Colby House
50.8 km
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Red Mountain Lookout
39.6 kmReviews
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