Melmont
Rainforest Ruins
State: Washington
County: Pierce County
Founded: 1900
Abandoned: 1915
Peak Population: 300
Melmont was a coal mining town near Mount Rainier. After a mine explosion and the coal running out, the town was abandoned. The forest has reclaimed it. Foundations, coke ovens, and a cemetery remain hidden in the rainforest.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer (drier)
Difficulty: Moderate (hiking)
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Rainforest reclaimed
- Mine explosion
- Coke ovens remain
Location
Address: Melmont, WA
Coordinates: 46.9833, -122.05