Trail · Indian Heaven Wilderness
Shortcut Trail #171A
2.7 mi round trip531 ft gainEasyDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
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.
Indian Heaven Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance2.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain531 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point4,798 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Shortcut Trail #171A is a 2.7-mile round trip, out and back from Indian Race Track - South Trailhead. The route follows Indian Race Track Trail #171, then Shortcut Trail #171A.
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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 Indian Race Track - South Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.