North cascades national park complex is a complex of the united states national park service nps located in the northcentral portion of the state of washington. North cascades highway detail national park service. Best trails in north cascades national park alltrails. Welcome to national park and national forest lands in the north cascades. Shows the entire park and surroundings including ross lake national recreation area and lake chelan national recreation area. The main road through the park is the north cascades scenic highway, wa20, which runs eastwest, eventually connecting with i5 in the west.
North cascades national park is an american national park in the state of washington. Icechilled ross lake spills over into canada at its northeast edge, a popular destination for canoers and kayakers while lake chelan, traversed by passenger ferry, noses into the south tail of the park, stretching down past national forest and wilderness areas to the. Large format photos of north cascades national park panoramic photos of north cascades national park high, rugged peaks rise abruptly above lushly forested valleys, intercepting clouds to form a mountain wilderness of glaciers, waterfalls, rivers and lakes. North cascades national park national geographic trails.
National park service, department of publications subject. Youll find here a few maps that show the entire national park as well as one focusing on the backcountry. North cascades national park map washington mapcarta. Dont be fooled by the name the way to easy pass is anything but easy. Make local inquiry for maps and permits for backcountry camping facilities. North cascades national park, ross lake national recreation area, and lake chelan national recreation area. Getting to north cascades national park complex driving to north cascades. Shuksan via shannon ridge or lake ann, and many other climbs. There are no entry fees or parking fees within north cascades national park service complex. Sitting on the border of the united states and canada, the north cascades national park covers an area of over 500,000 acres and ranges in height between 1,000 ft to over 10,000 ft. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, this map features key points of interest including baker.
Official nps map of north cascades national park, washington. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in north cascades national park, washington on tripadvisor. Visitor information wheelchair accessible ranger station. North cascades national park, large wilderness area in northwestern washington, u. This is a map of north cascades thats better for printing 2. Ross lake was created by the damming of the skagit river and is in the recreation area of the north cascades national park.
Feb 28, 2000 official nps map of north cascades national park, washington. North cascades maps usa maps of north cascades national park. Hotels and other lodging in and near north cascades np. Requires a free download of the avenza pdf maps app. This detailed map is for those who appreciate the tiny details of north cascades, from the sound of wind through the high tree tops to the song of morning birds awakening backcountry campers. Park boundary information was obtained from the national park service 2008. The hikes and sights maps are intended to guide travelers along highway 2 stevens pass and highway 20 north cascades highway to familyfriendly, easy hikes and sights along two of the most scenic and traveled driving routes in the north cascades. Trails illustrated topo map covers the whole park and includes the most current information on the location of trails and camps. A guide to washingtons north cascades national park. North cascades national park has a strong volunteersinpark vip program. See more ideas about north cascades national park, north cascades and national parks. Best wildlife trails in north cascades national park alltrails.
Explore the alpine forests, wild rivers, jagged peaks, and abundant glaciers of north cascades national park with national geographics trails illustrated map. The national park service is modifying its operations on a parkbypark basis in accordance with. The glaciated terrain makes the north cascades an ultimate testing and proving ground for mountaineers. Typical landscape in the western part of the north cascades the large amount of precipitation, much of it in the form of snow, and the resulting glaciation, combine with the regional uplift to create a dramatic landscape in the western part of the range. North cascades national parks alpine landscape includes jagged peaks, glaciers, waterways, and forested valleys. North cascades maps usa maps of north cascades national. This is the complete north cascades map from the official brochure, showing all the trails, roads, and points of interest. At the pass, youre greeted by trickling streams of snowmelt and views of the peaks of golden horn and mount henry to the east. The park was established in 1968 to preserve majestic mountain scenery, snowfields, glaciers, alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls, and other unique natural features in the north cascade range.
The park features hiking trails along tree covered mountains that seem to stretch on forever, alpine meadows, impressive glaciers, the skagit river, and stunning views of alpine lakes like lake ann or diablo lake. Searchable listings of north cascades np rv parks and campgrounds. Check out our interactive map featuring lodging, activities and points of interest in and around the park. North cascades national park complex is a complex of the united states national park service nps located in the north central portion of the state of washington. Sitting on the border of the united states and canada, the north cascades national park covers an area of over 500,000 acres. National park service, division of publications subject. Pacific crest trail pct section l rainy pass to manning park. Characterized by rugged beauty, this steep mountain range is filled. This is a detail map of the north cascades highway 250 kb, showing the areas around ross lake. North cascades national park map, ross lake, lake chelan created date.
North cascades national park, washington travel guide. Begin your drive at the wilderness information center. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window. National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrowoolley 23mi 37km to arlington 28mi 45km. North cascades national park pictures us national parks. Click the image to view a full size gif 80 kb or download the pdf 700 kb. Soil information was derived from usda nrcs soil survey geographic ssurgo database for north cascades national park complex, march, 2011. Founded in 1915 as the cartographic group, the first division of national geographic, national geographic maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking. Established as a national park in 1968, the north cascades mountain range has long been known as the north american alps. The least visited national park in washington, it has a great deal to offer including a spectacular rain forest. North cascades wilderness map the wilderness society. Shows the entire park and north cascades national park map see map details from nps.
Jagged snowdusted peaks, glaciers, waterfalls and shadowy valleys compete for attention in north cascades national park. There are 300ish glaciers in north cascades national park. Shows the entire park and surroundings including ross lake national recreation area and lake chelan national recreation area created 2282000. The 15 best things to do in north cascades national park. Scenic drives along the north cascades highway, boating on ross lake, climbing at cascade pass, mount shuksan. Portions of the us side of the range are protected as part of north cascades national park. North cascades national park r mount logan t a i l blue lake rainy lake trail national recreation trail darrington marblemount. North cascades national park is a rugged, wilderness of conifer trees. The ultimate guide to north cascades national park roadtrippers. This is a regional map of north cascades national park that shows the parks location relative to vancouver, bellingham, and seattle.
At more than 500,000 acres 200,000 ha, north cascades national park is the largest of the three national park service units that comprise the north cascades national park complex. North cascades national park north cascades national park is a united states national park in the north cascades region of washington state. Popular things to do in north cascades national park in january. National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrovwoolley 23mi 37km to white horse 1mi 0. North cascades national park the greatest american road trip. Getting to north cascades national park complex national parked. Three park units in this region are managed as one and include north cascades national park, ross lake, and lake chelan national recreation areas, all of which were established by act of congress on october 2, 1968. Lake chelan national recreation area, north cascades national.
The elevation of the lake is 1600 feet and it is over 20 miles long. May 11, 2010 the most scenic drive in the park is the north cascades scenic highway, or route 20, which splits the northern and southern units of the park. Easily runnable on the way down provided you dont have slippery conditions so this shaves time off the hike can do at a 67 hour round trip time without being hurried. Mount rainier national park park map 1999 129k pdf format nez perce national historical park idaho oregon washington montana all sites map 1997 65k pdf format north cascades national park area map 86k. Its the older style so it doesnt look quite as nice. North cascades national park, ross lake national recreation area. Click the image to view a full size jpg 850 kb or download the pdf 800 kb. The dramatic snowcapped mountain peaks in the north cascades earned it the nickname, the american alps. This detailed map is for those who appreciate the tiny details of north cascades, from the sound of wind through the high tree tops to the. Washingtons north cascadesthe american alpshave snowtopped mountains, rivers, and valleys. North cascades national park national park, washington. Use our easy lodging search to find exactly the type of accommodation you are looking for at the right price.
North cascades national park marblemount, wa office buildings. What to do at north cascades national geographic travel. Adorned with jagged peaks, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls, and over 300 glaciers, north cascades national park in washington state is a stunning place to visit. In existence since 1950, ross lake resort is situated in a line of twelve individual cabins and three bunkhouses. North cascades national park map poster is a piece designed for those who love hiking and exploring the beautiful washington. A guide to the best scenic drive tour sights in north cascades national park, as chosen by our travel experts. North cascades national park r mount logan t a i l blue lake rainy lake trail national recreation trail darrington marblemount concrete rockport diablo lucerne holden newhalem upper baker dam lower baker dam gorge dam diablo dam ross dam the portage mount baker wilderness mount baker wilderness glacier peak wilderness lake chelansawtooth. The most scenic drive in the park is the north cascades scenic highway, or route 20, which splits the northern and southern units of the park. North cascades national park map north cascades national. National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrowoolley 23mi 37km to arlington 28mi 45km to white horse 1mi 0. A true wilderness, the park is home to a diverse ecosystem that includes wolves, lynx, and. Most of the north cascades area is extremely remote. But the reward for your efforts is an eastside gateway into the stunning north cascades national park. Today, national geographic maps continues this mission by creating the worlds best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their.
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