North Cascades National Park Complex: Lake Chelan National Recreation Area

Hiking Trails

Rainbow Loop Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 2.6 miles
Distance (One Way): 4.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,000 feet
Difficulty: Moderate
Remarks: Bluffs overlooking Stehekin Valley and Lake Chelan.

Lakeshore Trail

Distance to Trailhead: Golden West Visitor Center
Distance (One Way): 17.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 feet
Difficulty: Moderate
Remarks: Trail follows north shore of Lake Chelan with scenic views of the lake.

Purple Creek Trail

Distance to Trailhead: Golden West Visitor Center
Distance (One Way): 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 5,700 feet
Difficulty: Strenuous
Remarks: Hike an additional 1/2 mile to Boulder Butte for a panoramic view.

Cascade Pass Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 22.8 miles
Distance (One Way): 12.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,600 feet
Difficulty: Moderate
Remarks: Well-used trail through talus slopes and wooded ridge to Cascade Pass.

McGregor Mountain Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 11.1 miles (at High Bridge)
Distance (One Way): 7.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 6,525 feet
Difficulty: Very strenuous
Remarks: Steep hike to excellent views. Check at Golden West Visitor Center for route.

Agnes Gorge Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 113 miles
Distance (One Way): 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 feet
Difficulty: Easy
Remarks: Excellent views of Agnes Mountain.

Coon Lake Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 11.1 miles (at High Bridge)
Distance (One Way): 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 feet
Difficulty: Moderate
Remarks: Coon Lake is an excellent place for watching birds.

Goode Ridge Lookout Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 16.1 miles
Distance (One Way): 5.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 4,800 feet
Difficulty: Strenuous
Remarks: Trail ends at old fire lookout with a panoramic view.

Stehekin River Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 4.4 miles (at Harlequin Camp)
Distance (One Way): 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: Level
Difficulty: Easy
Remarks: Trail follows river. Beaver ponds, birds, fishing holes.

Bridge Creek Trail

Distance to Trailhead: 15.9 miles
Distance (One Way): 14.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,600 feet
Difficulty: Moderate
Remarks: Pacific Crest Trail heading north.




Last Updated: 9 Jun 2010
Published: 25 Sep 2009
The details, dates, and prices mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication.

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