Venturing on the 4.5 mile hike from the trailhead to the 20 acre wilderness preserve is a backcountry experience where guests must be self-supported and able to pack in (and out) all necessary supplies.

Amenities provided are very limited but do 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. No cell or internet connection available.

Visitors gain access to rugged terrain, hiking trails through old growth forest, beautiful waterfalls, a rich history of the Middle Fork Valley, and a crystal clear geothermal hot spring.

Goldmyer is owned and managed by Northwest Wilderness Programs, a nonprofit organization established in 1976 to protect this natural treasure for the use of generations to come.




Access Report: Updated at least every Wednesday evening

As usual, visitors will still need a HIGH-GROUND-CLEARANCE VEHICLE, such as an SUV or truck, to safely reach the trailhead.

If you are making reservations for winter months (late Nov-March), you will need even higher clearance with 4WD and snow chains.

Do not use GPS! Follow the directions emailed to you with the reservation confirmation.

Driving + hiking times from Seattle = 4 hrs:

• 2 hrs driving to the trailhead from Seattle.
• 4.5 miles one way (approx. 2 hrs) hiking to the Goldmyer property from the trailhead.