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Washington
4.6 mi
Distance
4,825 ft
Gain
3h 51m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Ross Lake National Recreation Area
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Desolation Peak Trail
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Desolation Peak Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in Washington that ascends to one of the region's most panoramic viewpoints. This trail climbs steadily through subalpine terrain, rewarding hikers with expansive vistas of the North Cascades and surrounding wilderness. The summit offers commanding 360-degree views that make the effort worthwhile for those seeking high-elevation alpine scenery.
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~7 min drive
Easy out-and-back walk to a scenic alpine lake in the North Cascades.
Trail of the Obelisk
~12 min drive
Short loop trail near an obelisk landmark in Washington.
Little Beaver Trail
~16 min drive
Moderate 10.5-mile out-and-back through North Cascades old-growth forest and creeks.
Stillwell Camp Access
~17 min drive
Short lollipop trail providing access to Stillwell Camp in Washington.
Green Point Camp Access
~18 min drive
Easy out-and-back access trail to Green Point Camp.
Sourdough Mountain Trail
~18 min drive
Steep 10-mile out-and-back climb to alpine views in Washington.
Happy Flats Trail
~20 min drive
Easy 0.30-mile loop through Washington's accessible flatlands.
Happy Creek Trail
~20 min drive
Easy 1.19-mile out-and-back creek walk in Washington.
Upper Little Jack Trail
~20 min drive
Short out-and-back trail near Little Jack in Washington.
Jack Mountain Trail
~20 min drive
Accessible out-and-back hike with scenic views in Washington.
