This is the most popular trailhead for the South Spur Route. To get here from the south, take WA SR-14 or I-84 in the Columbia River Gorge. Cold Springs Campground is a primitive campground, but there are vault toilets. For hiking below 7000 feet or during the climbing off-season, Wilderness Permits are required. Wilderness permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead. Travel above 7000 feet elevation between May 1 and September 30 requires a Mount Adams Climbing Permit which can be obtained here: recreation.gov/activitypass/4280e9ae-d010-11ea-8e82-82c0c22bed90

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Hike the challenging South Climb Trail on Mount Adams, a 6.5-mile route with 6808 feet of elevation gain and panoramic summit views.

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Location: Yakima County, Washington, United States

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