Please Note:
- CARETAKERS WANTED for upcoming seasons.
- Please read the access report for current conditions as they are constantly changing.
- The only way to guarantee access to Goldmyer is by making a reservation.
- Access to the Goldmyer property is limited to 20 people per day.
Welcome!
Visiting Goldmyer is a wilderness experience where guests are expected to pack in (and out) all necessary supplies.
Amenities provided to visitors by Goldmyer are limited but include an open-air cabana at the hot spring pools, campsites with food hanging lines and containers, two stocked outhouses, two public picnic tables, and a bike rack.
Visitors gain access to rugged wilderness terrain, hiking trails through old growth forest, beautiful waterfalls, and a crystal clear natural geothermal hot spring.
Goldmyer is owned and managed by Northwest Wilderness Programs, a nonprofit organization established in 1976 to protect this treasure of the wilderness for the use of generations to come.
Access Report: Updated at least every Wednesday evening
Week of October 17th:
The Middle Fork road to Goldmyer is OPEN. However, vehicles may experience delays up to 1 hour due to construction.
Due to strong wind and heavy rain this time of year you may experience debris or water on the road. Always use CAUTION. It is advised to bring an axe or saw to assist in the removal of any major debris on the road that is blocking the way.
High Clearance Vehicles are always recommended for the rough road to the Goldmyer trail head (Truck or Large SUV). Small cars have been known to get stuck or damaged due to potholes. Please don't attempt the trip if you do not have a vehicle suitable for the very rough road with water in places.
- Make a RESERVATION before planning your visit.
- Monitor the WEATHER throughout the week approaching your visit.
- Be PREPARED for the worst case scenario as conditions change quickly.
- We suggest reading other visitor reports on WTA.org <HERE> for information about hiking and road conditions.
- 1 hour driving on 18 miles of Forest Service road.
- A HIGH-GROUND-CLEARANCE vehicle is necessary to reach the trail head (truck or SUV).
- There is NO cell service or GPS shortly after exiting I-90.
- NW Forest Pass is required to park at the trail head.
- 4.5 miles each way from the trail head.
- Alternative hikes (during construction) are 12 miles or more and require research and preparedness.