Gladys Divide Primitive Trail Description Ecosystem Type: Subalpine meadow, montane forest Trail Tread Types: primitive General Elevation Trend: fairly steep Unique Features: Trail Information Backcountry Permits: Required for overnight trips - Obtain at Staircase Ranger Station. Permits are limited between May 1 and September 30 in this area. See Reservations. Camping: Please camp only in established camps or on bare ground to prevent vegetation damage. Level of Difficulty: moderate Distance: 1.4 miles Elevation Change: 3900 ft. to 5050 ft. Best Season: July through October Connecting Trails: North Fork Skokomish River Trail, Flapjack Lakes Trail Stock: Closed to stock Special Concerns Leave No Trace: Please Leave No Trace of your stay to help protect park resources and to prevent further damage. Camping Regulations: Camp on bare ground only. Vegetation is very fragile. Fires: Campfires are not allowed in this area. Wildlife Precautions: Save the Bears! Secure your food, garbage and scented items from all wildlife 24 hours a day to protect bears and yourself. Do not feed any wild animals! Bear canisters recommended in this area. Safety: When traveling on snow, bring an ice axe and know how to use it.