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Sahale Arm TrailStunning alpine sunsets and sunrises are best viewed from the edge of Sahale Glacier Camp at the terminus of the Sahale Arm Trail.
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Hiking, North Cascades National Park
Explore Hiking in North Cascades National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Hiking Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Hiking guide to compare the stops that belong together in North Cascades National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Thornton Lakes TrailThe Thornton Lake Trail is a popular day or overnight hike to one of the North Cascades' many cirque, or glacier-formed, lakes.
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Sterling Munro TrailThe Sterling Munro trail is a short interpretive trail yielding inspiring views of the Picket Range's jagged peaks.
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Linking TrailThis short, accessible, forested trail connects Newhalem Creek Campground to the Rock Shelter Trail and Newhalem Powerhouse.
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River Loop TrailThe River Loop Trail is a charming walk through a mossy, sun-dappled forest.
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"To Know a Tree" Nature TrailThis family-friendly interpretative nature trail teaches park visitors about the most common ecosystem of the North Cascades.
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Ladder Creek Falls TrailThis historic scenic loop trail leads to a popular waterfall and the public garden belonging to the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project.
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Stetattle Creek TrailThis seldom-used trail is perfect for hikers wanting an adventurous, challenging day hike.
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Sourdough/Pierce Mountain TrailThe climb up Sourdough Mountain is one of the most challenging and rewarding day hikes in North Cascades National Park.
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Pyramid Lake TrailThe Pyramid Lake Trail is a short day hike that nicely showcases the diverse forest and lake ecosystems found in North Cascades' lower elevations.
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Diablo Lake TrailThe Diablo Lake Trail lets you experience the natural beauty of the Skagit River lakes and surrounding forest from higher elevations that aren't too hard to reach.
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Thunder Creek TrailThis trail can be a shorter, easier hike or a longer, more strenuous hike depending on how far you follow it.
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Thunder Knob TrailThunder Knob is a great loop hike for both families and seasoned solo hikers looking for a quick climb with rewarding views.
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Fourth of July TrailFourth of July Pass is one of the first backcountry mountain passes to melt, and sees lots of hikers in spring.
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Happy Creek Boardwalk and Falls TrailHappy Creek is a short, fully accessible boardwalk trail.
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East Bank TrailDon't be fooled by the distance: the East Bank Trail can be a long, multi-day backpacking adventure or a short day hike.
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Panther Creek TrailThe Panther Creek Trail is the less popular approach to Fourth of July Pass.
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Easy Pass TrailEasy Pass is considered the most beautiful hike in the North Cascades, and rewards you with stunning panoramas.
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Fisher Creek TrailThe Fisher Creek Trail is a long day hike that connects Easy Pass and the Easy Pass Trail to Thunder Creek Trail.
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Bridge Creek (Pacific Crest Trail)The Bridge Creek Trail is a short segment of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail.
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Monogram Lake /Lookout Mountain TrailThe Monogram Lake and Lookout Mountain Trails are difficult, isolated day hikes.
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Hidden Lake TrailThis long day hike up to Hidden Lake Lookout is one of North Cascades National Park's most popular day hikes, and for good reason.
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Cascade Pass TrailCascade Pass is a short but steep climb into the alpine environment of the North Cascades, and is possibly the most popular trail in the park.
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Agnes GorgeAgnes Gorge Trail is an easy Stehekin day hike, and is known for the incredible profusion of wildflowers that bloom here in spring and summer.
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Buckner Orchard WalkThe Buckner Orchard Walk is a short, family friendly hike that give insights into Stehekin's cultural and natural history.
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Bullion Loop TrailThe Bullion Loop Trail was once a popular family trail and part of the Pacific Crest Trail, but was washed out by the Stehekin River a few years ago.
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Goode Ridge TrailThe ascent over Goode Ridge is an excellent challenge for hikers who want extraordinary views that are a little off the beaten track.
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Howard Lake TrailThis popular Stehekin Valley day hike exchanges a little rough terrain and a few short, steep climbs for access to a tranquil mountain lake.
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McGregor Mountain TrailThe especially rugged climb to the summit of McGregor Mountain is worth every second for the expansive views.
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Old Wagon Trail (Pacific Crest Trail)The Old Wagon Trail is a section of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail that stretches between Stehekin and Bridge Creek.
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Purple Creek /Juanita Lake TrailThis challenging trail leads to the high basin between Purple and War Creek Passes.
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Rainbow Creek TrailThe Rainbow Creek Trail connects the Stehekin Valley to McAllester Pass.
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Rainbow Loop TrailThe Rainbow Loop Trail is actually just a regular trail with two trailheads.
