Colonial Creek North Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Colonial Creek Campground is located in old growth forest at the base of the impressively glaciated mountain and on the shore of Diablo Lake. Most sites are in thick forest, but some sites have views of the lake. The roads are paved. Campsites generally have a picnic table, bear box, and one or two flat tent pads.

Colonial Creek South Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Colonial Creek Campground is located in old growth forest at the base of the impressively glaciated mountain and on the shore of Diablo Lake. Most sites are in thick forest, but some sites have views of the lake. The roads are paved. Campsites generally have a picnic table, bear box, and one or two flat tent pads.

Goodell Creek Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Goodell Creek Campground is situated in lush, old growth forest on the banks of the Skagit River. The roads in the campground are paved. Individual campsites generally have a picnic table and one or two flat tent pads. Many of the campsites have river views.

Gorge Lake Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are available 6 months in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Gorge Lake Campground is on the bank of Gorge Lake, next to a cascading creek. It is a small campground; the sites are close together and they all have views of the Lake.

Harlequin Campground

• Harlequin Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
• Located right along the Stehekin River in a mixed forest of western red cedar and maple. Campsites have space for multiple tents and all have picnic tables, food storage lockers, and campfire rings.

Hozomeen Campground

• Campsites are first-come, first-served.
• A forested campground near the shores of a reservoir.

Lakeview Campground

• Lakeview Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

Lower Goodell Group Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Group campsite reservations are released 12 months in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Lower Goodell Group Campground is located in thick forest. The roads are unpaved.

Newhalem Creek Campground

• Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Individual campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Group campsite reservations are released 12 months in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
• Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the Skagit River. The campground is forested. Loops A and B are in old-growth forest, and Loop C is in an area that was burned by a wildfire in 2015. The roads in the campground are paved. Individual campsites generally have a picnic table and one or two flat tent pads.

Purple Point Campground

• Purple Point Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

Upper Goodell Creek Group Campsite

• Reservations can be made up to a year in advance.
• Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground is located in thick forest. The roads are unpaved.

Agnes Gorge Trail

An easy 5-mile roundtrip hike to Agnes Gorge.

• Trail passes through forest above a small rocky gorge.

Bridge Creek (Pacific Crest) Trail

Walk through forested slopes with occasional mountain views on this moderate day hike, or connect to longer backpacking routes. 7 miles roundtrip.

Buckner Orchard

Historic apple orchard and homestead with seasonal public apple picking.

• A dirt road provides access to rows of apple trees with some open fields and small wooden cabins and barns.

Cascade Pass Trail

A popular day hike with spectacular views of peaks and glaciers. 7.4 miles roundtrip.

Company Creek Trail

Company Creek Trail rises steeply through an open forest for brief views of Stehekin Valley and Bonanza Peak.

Diablo Lake Overlook

Considered one of the best scenic vistas in the park complex, Diablo Lake Overlook provides a stunning view of rugged mountains and a large glacial lake.

• A turnout from the road leads to a fenced area overlooking forest and the greenish blue water of Diablo Lake. Steep mountains surround the lake.

Diablo Lake Trail

Hike through the forest for peek-a-boo views of Diablo Lake. 7.6 miles roundtrip.

East Bank Trail

A moderate trail though lowland forests with lakeside views. Variable distance and elevation gain.

Easy Pass Trail

A steep trail to a mountain pass with panoramic vistas. 7.4 miles roundtrip.

Fourth of July Pass Trail

Travel through an old-growth forest for mountain and glacier views. 10 miles roundtrip.

Gorge Creek Falls

Take in views of a large waterfall and walk along a short, interpretive trail to an overlook.

• A large waterfall flows through a rocky, steep gorge. A metal bridge walkway provides a view of the waterfall.

Happy Panther Trail

Hike in the forest along the steep bank of Ruby Arm. Up to 10 miles roundtrip.

Harlequin Bridge

A trussed bridge crosses the Stehekin River.

• A rusty-colored metal truss bridge crosses the rushing Stehekin River.

High Bridge

High Bridge is the historic site of the High Bridge Ranger Station and provides views of the Stehekin River. A variety of trails begin in or pass through the area.

• Alongside a dirt road, a complex of small rustic, wooden buildings are the remains of an old ranger station. The road crosses the green Stehekin River on a large wooden bridge when the river rushes through a rocky gorge.

Howard Lake Trail

Howard Lake, a small forest lake frequented by wildlife.

• A moderately steep trail leads through an open forest to a small, shallow mountain lake. The lake is partially covered by lily pads.

Hozomeen Lake Trail

Hike a moderate trail to scenic Hozomeen Lake.

Imus Creek Trail

The 1.0 mile Imus Creek Trail loops through the forest above Stehekin Landing.

• A dirt trail that passes through a ponderosa pine forests and over two creek beds. With views of the surrounding peaks.

International Point

Visit a picnic area with scenic views and a boat launch.

Lakeshore Trail

The easy-to-moderate Lakeshore Trail follows the north shore of Lake Chelan from Prince Creek to Stehekin.

Lakeview Point and Picnic Area

Picnic area with interpretive wayside exhibits, bench, and scenic view of Lake Chelan.

McGregor Mountain Trail

A steep and strenuous trail up McGregor Mountain.

• A steep hike on a dirt trail that passes through thick forest, open subalpine forest, and rocky slopes. The trail ends 1,000 feet below the summit, with scrambling required to reach the top.

McKellar Cabin Trail

• A 0.2 mile interpretive trail about the history of Stehekin Valley and its resources.

Monogram Lake

A strenuous hike to a small cirque lake. 10 miles roundtrip.

North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin

An authorized concessionaire with the NPS, offering lodging, restaurant, and general store.

Old Wagon Trail to Bridge Creek

Trail through cedar groves and open forest to historic Bridge Creek Camp.

• A moderate trail that rises and falls through groves of large cedar trees and open forest to the historic Bridge Creek Camp.

Outdoor Recreation Information Center

Purple Creek Trail

A steep trail provides access to sweeping views at Purple Pass, Boulder Butte, and Lake Juanita.

• A steep trail switchbacks through a forest, part of which was burned in a forest fire in 2006. The trail reaches the open subalpine forest at Purple Pass and Lake Juanita, a small, shallow lake surrounded by larch trees.

Pyramid Lake Trail

Hike through the forest to a small mountain lake. 4.2 miles roundtrip.

Rainbow Falls, North Cascades

A 312-foot tall waterfall, located right off the Stehekin Valley Road.

• A 300-foot waterfall drops from a rocky cliff face into the valley. A forest of cedar grows near the falls, damp from the spray, while the wide area is a dry forest of ponderosa pine.

Rainbow Loop Trail

Rainbow Loop Trail can be walked in either direction or as an up-and-back moderate hike to views of Lake Chelan.

• A sometimes steep, rocky trail that rises through a forest to open views of Lake Chelan and surrounding peaks.

River Loop Trail

Enjoy a short, peaceful forest hike with river views. 1.8 miles roundtrip.

Ross Dam Trail

Hike this moderate trail to walk across historic Ross Dam. Option for a longer hike or backpack along Ross Lake. 1.5 miles roundtrip.

Ross Lake Resort

An authorized concessionaire with the NPS, offering cabin rentals, boat and paddle equipment rentals, portage service, and water taxi service.

Sourdough Mountain

A difficult trail with spectacular views of peaks and lakes. 10.4 miles roundtrip.

Stehekin River Trail

The Stehekin Trail is a relatively flat hike through a forest with views of the river, Rainbow Falls, and surrounding mountains.

Thornton Lake Trail

Enjoy views of high mountain lakes and nearby peaks on this full day hike or overnight backpacking trip. 10.4 miles roundtrip.

Thunder Creek Trail

Hike an easy trail through old-growth forest to a bridge. 4 miles roundtrip.

Thunder Knob Trail

Hike a popular Trail to a stunning view of Diablo Lake. 3.6 miles roundtrip.

• A forested, rocky trail with glimpses of a blue lake through the trees.

Trail of the Obelisk

Enjoy a short loop trail near the international boundary.

Forest Info Center with HQ Administration Building

• Forest Info Center with HQ Administration Building
• The North Cascades National Park Service Complex Headquarters (Administrative Offices) is five miles east of I-5 in Burlington and 46 miles west of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex boundary.

Golden West Visitor Center

• Golden West Visitor Center
• Visitor Center located short walk from the passenger ferry landing at Stehekin Landing inside what was the historic Golden West Lodge. Exhibits: Relief map and natural and cultural history of the area. Arts & Humanities of Stehekin operates the Golden West Gallery, featuring local art and crafts. Facilities: Information desk, bookstore. Audiovisual program. Summer ranger programs offered.

North Cascades Visitor Center

• North Cascades Visitor Center
• Location: Across the Skagit River from the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) near milepost 120 and the town of Newhalem. Adjacent to Newhalem Creek Campground. Exhibits: Relief map of the park and surrounding area, exhibit room featuring multimedia exhibits on the park's natural and cultural history. Available Facilities: Theater featuring large format slide program and video presentation. Several short, accessible interpretive trails and restrooms. Information desk. Bookstore.

Wilderness Information Center

• Wilderness Information Center
• The Wilderness Information Center is the main backcountry permit office for North Cascades National Park and the adjacent Ross Lake and Lake Chelan National Recreation Areas. Backcountry permits are required for overnights in the park year-round and are available at an outdoor self-issue station when the center is closed during the winter season. Information desk. Sales area with books, maps, videos, and other items related to the national park and adjacent national forests.

• Plan a Backcountry Trip
• Backcountry camping in the North Cascades can be an exciting adventure for prepared hikers.

• Fishing in the North Cascades
• Fishing is popular in many lakes and rivers of the North Cascades.

• Day Hiking in North Cascades
• Hike the North Cascades to experience some of the finest mountain country in North America.

• Paddling in the North Cascades
• Kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding are popular on the lakes of the North Cascades.

• Motorboating in the North Cascades
• Motorboating is a popular activity on Gorge, Diablo, and Ross lakes, and Lake Chelan.

• Rafting in the North Cascades
• The Skagit and Stehekin rivers attract many whitewater enthusiasts for rafting and kayaking, especially during the summer months.