Peak · William O. Douglas Wilderness
McNeil Peak
8.4 mi round trip2,541 ft gainHardDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
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Day hikeFree self-issue
Fill out the free wilderness permit at the trailhead kiosk.
OvernightFree self-issue
No reservation. Use the same free permit, keep groups to 12 or fewer, and camp at least 200 ft from water.
William O. Douglas Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance8.4 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,541 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit6,658 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
McNeil Peak is a peak reached by a 8.4-mile round trip from Andy Creek Trailhead. The route follows Russell Ridge Trail, then Ironstone Mountain 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
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Andy Creek Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.