Clearwater Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in Pierce County, Washington, US.
The Clearwater Wilderness stretches across 14,647 acres of dense forests within the North Cascades mountain range, featuring eight small lakes and numerous streams.
The United States Congress designated this area as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1984, incorporating it into the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
The wilderness maintains strict preservation protocols, prohibiting motorized vehicles and equipment to protect the natural environment for future generations.
Summit Lake Trail provides a 2.5-mile hiking route with 1,500 feet elevation gain, while the Clearwater Trail extends 8.1 miles through old growth forests.
The area experiences heavy precipitation from October to May, with snow accumulation reaching 25 feet in higher elevations, persisting until July.
Location: Washington
Inception: 1984
GPS coordinates: 47.05780,-121.82400
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33
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