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Pass · Mountain Loop

Rat Trap Pass

2.7 mi round tripEasy by distanceDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.

Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance2.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gainNot measuredTotal climb, round trip
Pass elevationNot mappedFrom elevation data

Overview

Rat Trap Pass is a pass reached by a 2.7-mile round trip from Meadow Mountain Trailhead. The route follows Straight Creek Road to the pass.

Heads up: 92% on old roads.

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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).

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Getting there

The hike starts at Meadow Mountain Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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