NPS Pablo McLoud

Flapjack Lakes Camp

Notices
Description
Trail Conditions
Camping Information
Special Concerns
Safety

Camp Area Map

General Location:  16 miles northwest of Hoodsport, WA in Staircase area.

Trailhead:Staircase Trailhead

Notices: Camping permits are limited between May 1 and September 30th. Call (360)565-3100 for reservations.

Ecosystem type: Montane forest, subalpine lake basin  
Trail tread types: Well-maintained  
General elevation trend: Moderate
River crossings: None
Unique features: Flapjack Lakes lay side by side just below tree line at the base of the interesting rock formations of the Sawtooth Range. Wildflowers
Level of difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 7.5 miles
Elevation change: 785 feet to 3,900 feet
Best Season: Late June through September

Permits/Reservations:Camping is limited between May 1 and September 30. Obtain permits by phone at the WIC in Port Angeles or in person at Staircase Ranger Station during business hours. 50% of campsites can be reserved, no more than 30 days in advance. Contact the WIC.
Food Storage Method: Community bear wires are available at Flapjack Lakes. Bear canisters are recommended above Flapjack Lakes and in the Black & White Lakes area due to lack of good trees for hanging food.
Campsite Locations: Flapjack Lakes
Toilet Facilities: There are vault toilets at Flapjack Lakes. I Please do not urinate in the vaults as they have to be flown out each year. Urinate on rocks or bare ground to keep deer from pulling up vegetaion. In other areas bury waste 6-8" and 200 ft from campsites and water sources. Pack out your toilet paper.
Water Source: Flapjack Lakes and various streams below - Always boil, filter or chemically treat your drinking water to prevent Giardia.
Stock: Stock are prohibited on Flapjack Lakes Trail.

Special Concerns

Leave No Trace: Leave No Trace of your stay to protect vegetation and prevent further camping regulations. Camp in designated sites only at Flapjack Lakes
Campfires: To protect sensitive vegetation, campfires are not allowed at Flapjack Lakes and other areas above 3,500 feet.
Respect Wildlife:To protect bears and other wildlife, all food, garbage and scented items must be secured from all wildlife 24 hours a day.