Peak · Chopaka Mountain Natural Area Preserve
Joe Mills Mountain
16.2 mi round trip4,572 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: Designated sites
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation. Just the Discover Pass on your dashboard.
OvernightDesignated sites
Camp only at designated sites. Many DNR conservation areas do not allow overnight camping, so check the trailhead sign.
Washington DNR rules. Matched from trail managers on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance16.2 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain4,572 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit7,723 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Joe Mills Mountain is a peak reached by a 16.2-mile round trip from Trailhead on Chopaka Mountain Road. The route follows Chopaka Creek Road, then Pacific Northwest Trail to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
This trailhead is on state land, so you need a Discover Pass on your dashboard.
Get a Discover PassGetting there
The hike starts at Trailhead on Chopaka Mountain Road. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.