White Pass Scenic Byway
Places to Visit

• Ashford (WA)

  This community, located in Washington's Pierce County, had a population of 267 as of the 2000 census and was named for the founder, Walter A. Ashford.

  Location:	On SR 706 near the Mt. Rainier National Park.

• Centralia (WA)

  Enjoy the abundance of activities and sites in Centralia, founded by George Washington, the son of a black slave in 1875.

  Location:	East of I-5, 6.7 miles north of Chehalis.

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  Gifford Pinchot National Forest (WA)

  This national forest offers great recreational opportunities.

  Distance from byway:	On the byway
  Directions:	The byway travels through the National Forest from Randle almost to the junction with SR 410.

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  Goat Rocks Wilderness Area (WA)

  This wilderness wonderland provides the scenery one would expect from an untouched, pristine portion of land.

  Distance from byway:	On the byway
  Directions:	Easy trailhead access to the Goat Rocks is available via the Johnson Creek Road (FS 21) at milepost 128 along the byway.

• Grove of the Patriarchs (WA)

  A trail winds its way up to an awe-inspiring experience.

  Distance from byway:	On the byway
  Directions:	Take the SR 123 off of the byway and travel to the Ohanapecosh River Bridge.

• Hopkins Hill Viewpoint (WA)

  This elevated viewpoint gives you a first look at Mount St. Helens, looking right towards the crater. Compare the jagged top and bare landscape surrounding Mount St. Helens with the peaceful and spectacular natural beauty of Mount Rainier.

  Location:	From Lewis and Clark State Park, follow the Jackson Highway north to US 12, then head east 25 miles. Follow the signs to Mount St. Helens Viewpoint, 1.5 miles up a curving road.

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  Ike Kinswa State Park (WA)

  Ike Kinswa State Park is a 454-acre camping park with 46,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on the north side of Mayfield Lake. The campsites are forested and are available year-round. The park offers camping, hiking trails, fishing and boating in a beautiful forested setting.

  Distance from byway:	On the byway
  Directions:	Located on route 122, which is north of SR 12, on a loop around Mayfield Lake.

• John R. Jackson House (WA)

  A state historic site used by the organizers of the Washington Territory.

  Distance from byway:	On the byway
  Directions:	Located just south of Marys Corner.

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  Leech and Dog Lakes (WA)

  These two sub-alpine lakes are easily accessible from the byway near White Pass. They offer fishing access, human-powered boating, and day hiking. Spend a day on one of these pristine lakes, located in southwestern Washington.

  Location:	Access to the lakes is directly off the byway at mileposts 151 and 153.

• Lewis and Clark State Park (WA)

  With facilities built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, Lewis and Clark State Park preserves a large tract of lowland old growth forest. Eight miles of hiking trails in the park include an interpretive loop through the heart of old growth forests. The park offers horse trails and a popular campground as well. The nearby John R. Jackson Courthouse, built in 1845, is the first pioneer house west of the Cascades and north of the Columbia River. The park features bird watching, camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and living history depictions of the story of Lewis and Clark.

  Distance from byway:	2.5 mi / 4.0 km
  Directions:	From the byway turn south onto the Jackson Highway. The park is 2.5 miles from US 12. Allow 5 minutes driving time.