The Tubal Cain Trailhead is a popular lauchpad for hikers and backpackers into the Buckhorn Wilderness area. The Tubal Cain trail leads visitors through the heart of the Buckhorns up to its namesake and beyond. Destinations include Buckhorn Lake, Buckhorn Pass, Marmot Pass and Buckhorn Mountain, to name a few. The Tubal Cain trailhead also leads into neighboring Olympic National Park, creating a virtually endless number of trail possibilites. 

The trail breaks from the lower forest and begins its rise up Copper Creek Valley

Looking down at Buckhorn Pass from the base of Buckhorn Mountain

Massive snowfields linger throughout the year making the trek up Buckhorn Mountain challenging

Indian Paintbrush flourishes within the alpine meadows in upper Copper Creek Valley

Views from Marmot Pass find Mt Deception, Mt Fricaba and Mt Mystery all within sight

Mountain Goats nestle themselves into the jagged rock walls of Buckhorn Mountain

A butterfly relaxes in the early morning sun on the Tubal Cain Trail

Views from near the Marmot Pass - Buckhorn Pass land connector

The final approach to Buckhorn Pass

Iron Mountain and Buckhorn peak are everpresent throughout the hike to the passes

The inlet to Buckhorn Lake drops fast as it follows the steep spur trail to the lake's shore

Buckhorn Lake provides a nice canopied respite from the exposed alpine elements

Three mountain goats evaluate their next move on Buckhorn Mountain