Walk

Cascade Pass

Marblemount, Washington

A day hike to a high pass with glaciers and wildflower slopes.

Price
National park or forest pass may apply
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
5 hours
Cascade Pass
National Park Service/Deby Dixon · Public domain

The trail starts at the end of Cascade River Road, with a steady climb in switchbacks to a broad pass with views of Johannesburg Mountain and surrounding ice. It is around 7 miles return. The last stretch of road is gravel.

Good to know

  • Start early, the car park fills on weekends
  • Expect snow into July
Best time
Early morning, July to September
Open
Roughly July to October
Getting there
23 miles of road, last part gravel, usually fine for 2WD
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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