Big Jim Mountain
Central Cascades
Astronomy
MoonWaning Gibbous (70%)
Stargazingexcellent
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
MudReported on trail
Issuewashed out
Issueblowdown
“Hatchery Creek road (FS 7905) is washed out where it first crosses Hatchery Creek, 47.”
Last report: Feb 28, 2026
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazards
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended
- Washed Out
- Trees Down
Getting There
Recent Reports
Feb 28, 2026
Hatchery Creek road (FS 7905) is washed out where it first crosses Hatchery Creek, 47. 67141, -120.
Oct 14, 2025
Lots of recent trip reports call out the huge number of blowdowns on the trail due a wildfire 10 years ago. BUT: the first 1.
Sep 27, 2025
Wasn't sure about doing Big Jim at first with the smoke forecast and the fact that Hatchery Creek trail is infamous for its gazillion blowdowns. We decided to try for it anyway.
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