Klickitat State Park Trail
Also known as Klickitat Trail
2 notices: Burn Ban · Burn Ban No fires at any time — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6:30 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 773-3145
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 4
Fire restriction Burn BanNo fires permitted at any time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert NotificationThe Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail that was closed for fire danger re-opens on Friday, Oct 9. During October there will be trucks… (more)
The Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail that was closed for fire danger re-opens on Friday, Oct 9. During October there will be trucks transiting the northern portion of Swale (from the Wahkiacus trailhead to ~3 miles south) as part of a cleanup project. Visitors should use caution.
Posted by the park 2026-09-16. Official alert
Partial closure Part of the Park is ClosedThe Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail will be closed for fire danger from June 21 through October 8 every season.
Posted by the park 2026-04-21. Official alert
Fire restriction Burn Ban No fires at any timeNo fires permitted at any time. Learn more about this Burn Ban alert
Posted by the park 2025-06-09. Official alert
Overview
In Klickitat County, about 10 miles northwest of The Dalles, Klickitat State Park Trail covers about 1,119 acres.
Visitors come for biking, wildlife watching, and hiking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
6:30 a.m. - Dusk year round
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 •
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingHiking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-Distance Trail Surface Rating Map | — | — | Use this map to see what the trail surface is like along various segments of our long-distance trails. Please note: Washington State Parks recognizes that not all features of the map may meet website accessibility and assistive technology standards. We have included this map as one of many resources for finding accessible recreation opportunities at our parks. If you cannot access this map, please call our State Parks Information Center at (360) 902 - 8844.Accessible |
Trail descriptions from the park
Lyle Trailhead
The surface is improved for 1.5 miles to the Fisher Hill Trestle. This is the only ADA accessible trailhead and includes a bathroom and potable water.
Pitt Trailhead
This trailhead is a popular drift boat takeout during salmon and steelhead seasons. It is also a great access point for equestrian users.
Pitt Trailhead is 10 miles north of Lyle Trailhead at milepost 10 on SR 142.
Klickitat Trailhead
To access Klickitat Trailhead travel 14 miles north from Lyle Trailhead on SR 142. Make a left on Durkee Rd and an immediate left again. Park near the old caboose. The community park abuts the trail one block south and across SR142 from the gas station. The trailhead is the location of a former railroad siding. Going south from here is the only current option. The trail north is currently unusable due to the bridge out in Suburbia just north of town.
Wahkiacus Trailhead
Travel north 16 miles from Lyle Trailhead on SR 142. Turn right on Horseshoe Bend Rd and travel .10 miles to Schilling Rd. Turn right and Wahkiacus Trailhead is 100 feet on your right.
This trailhead is the lower access point of Swale Canyon. Going east from Wahkiacus, the route is scenic and very easy walking. Going west toward Klickitat is a pretty 3-mile hike along the river. Visitors will then encounter the missing trestle and will need to return the same way they came. Bicyclists heading west after passing through Swale Canyon should turn north at this trailhead parking lot and then left onto Horseshoe Bend Road. After crossing the bridge over the Klickitat River, turn left again onto SR142 and reconnect with the trail three miles later in the town of Klickitat.
Harms Road Trailhead
From Lyle take Centerville Hwy north for 15 miles to Harms Rd. Turn left and travel 1.5 miles to Harms Road Trailhead. Parking available on roadside only.
Going west from this trailhead leads through Swale Canyon. Heading east, the trail winds through flat farmlands and a riparian area and ends in about two miles at Uecker Road. This is a remote trailhead with no cell service so please plan accordingly.
Long-Distance Trail Surface Rating Map
Use this map to see what the trail surface is like along various segments of our long-distance trails.
Please note: Washington State Parks recognizes that not all features of the map may meet website accessibility and assistive technology standards. We have included this map as one of many resources for finding accessible recreation opportunities at our parks. If you cannot access this map, please call our State Parks Information Center at (360) 902 - 8844.
Amenities
Facilities
- Parking
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
Cell reception and potable water are not available at trail access points except for the Lyle trailhead, so be well prepared for any long-distance hiking or biking adventures.
The Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail is closed annually from June 21st through October 8th for fire season.
Accessibility
ADA accessible parking is available only at the Lyle Trailhead.
Winter Schedule
Getting there
- Address
- 9 State Hwy 142
Lyle, WA 98635 - Nearest town
- The Dalles — about 10 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 45.6968, -121.2901
- Phone
- (509) 773-3145
- columbia.hills@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology