Wilkeson
Coke Oven Town
State: Washington
County: Pierce County
Founded: 1877
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Coal town
Wilkeson was a coal mining town that also produced sandstone for buildings. The ruins of beehive coke ovens remain along the Carbon River Trail. About 490 people live here today. It's the gateway to Carbon River entrance of Mount Rainier.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Beehive coke ovens
- Sandstone quarries
- Mount Rainier gateway
Location
Address: Wilkeson, WA
Coordinates: 47.1, -122.0333