White Mountain via Kettle Crest Trail South
Eastern Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
MudReported on trail
“Trail was mostly snow free, except for at the top of White Mountain.”
Last report: May 24, 2025
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended
Getting There
Recent Reports
May 24, 2025
Trees stopped us about four miles from the trailhead, so we parked to the side and hiked up. Trail was mostly snow free, except for at the top of White Mountain.
Sep 1, 2023
This is a gorgeous section of the KCT! I highly recommend doing this section if you haven't yet.
Jun 24, 2022
Not a lot of trip reports out here yet, so here goes! Cliff notes up front: Snow - Just a couple patches north of White Mtn and a few locations near the summits.
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