The stehekin valley has long served as a passageway for travelers, linking washingtons interior wilderness to the rugged cascade mountains. National park service, division of publications subject. Theres a little bit of something for everyone in this north cascades national park map and its unique and artistic. National park service, department of publications subject. Check out our interactive map featuring lodging, activities and points of interest in and around the park. A guide to washingtons north cascades national park. North cascades national park contains some of americas most beautiful scenery jagged peaks, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls and over 300 glaciers within its 505,000 acres 202,000 hectares. 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. Mierendorf, park archeologist, north cascades national. Over 400 miles of trails wind their way through the spectacular scenery of the north cascades national park, providing plenty of variety for a whole range of backpacking and hiking trips. North cascades national park map, ross lake, lake chelan created date. A bridge accommodating pedestrians and wa 20 spans the impressive gorge a short distance below the falls.
Sep 25, 2019 three bedrooms, queen, king, 3 bunk beds, 2 hideabeds in the living room. East of north cascades is okanogan national forest, a 1. North cascades national park hiking guide best hikes. In order to use the mobile app you will need to be enrolled in online banking. North cascades national park map north cascades national. North cascades wilderness map the wilderness society. Washingtons north cascadesthe american alpshave snowtopped mountains, rivers, and valleys. Shuksan and the picket range while paying homage to the humans who venture to bike, hike and ski the parks many recreational opportunities. North cascades national park in washington alltrips. Copy link the wildest of all pacific northwest wildernesses, the lightly trodden, sqmile north cascades national park inaugurated in 1968 has no major settlements and only one road. Its the older style so it doesnt look quite as nice.
This overview is general and parkwide in scope, and is intended to serve the various interests noted above until a more thorough treatment of the subject is possible. Welcome to national park and national forest lands in the north cascades. North cascades national park national park, washington. 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. North cascades maps usa maps of north cascades national park. This overview is general and park wide in scope, and is intended to serve the various interests noted above until a more thorough treatment of the subject is possible. Use our easy lodging search to find exactly the type of accommodation you are looking for at the right price. This is a detail map of the north cascades highway 250 kb, showing the areas around ross lake. There is so much recreational opportunity available to visitors of north cascades it is hard trying to fit it all into a shortstay itinerary. Large, topographic wall map of north cascades national park by usgs. North cascades national park, large wilderness area in northwestern washington, u. Most of the parks land is extremely remote and hard to access. North cascades national park national geographic trails.
Established as a national park in 1968, the north cascades mountain range has long been known as the north american alps. 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. If your trip is 3 or more days in length, there are many ways to string together multiple trails into a long journey. Youll find here a few maps that show the entire national park as well as one focusing on the backcountry. Magic moment after climbing to 6,100foot park creek pass, you recover in an oasis of greenery and heather perched between icy peaks, 20 miles from the nearest asphalt. May 11, 2010 east of north cascades is okanogan national forest, a 1. The national park service manages the park together with ross lake and lake chelan national recreation areas. 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. Shows the entire park and surroundings including ross lake national recreation area and. North cascades national park service complex ontdek amerika. North cascades national park travel guide expert picks. North cascades hozomeen north cascades diobsud north cnst north cascades national park lake chelan.
Connemara was the farm home of the noted poetauthor for the last 22 years of his life. North cascades highway north cascades national park. Inaugurated in 1968, north cascades national park feels like alaska transplanted into the lower 48, a thousand square miles of dramatic, daunting wild country strafed with mountains, lakes, glaciers over 300 of them and wildlife, but with almost no trace of civilization and only one road. If you are not currently an online banker user, you can call us at 18006039342 monday through friday 8 am 6 pm to be enrolled over the phone. This is a regional map of north cascades national park that shows the parks location relative to vancouver, bellingham, and seattle. The following is an alphabetical list of all trails in north cascades national park service complex. 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. National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrowoolley 23mi 37km to arlington 28mi 45km. Avalanches tend to cause road closures in the winter. I will be in the area 28th30th and i know its early in the season. Less than three hours from seattle, an alpine landscape beckons. North cascades national park consists of a northern and southern section, bisected by the skagit river that flows through ross. The 15 best things to do in north cascades national park. Once you are logged into online banking, set up mobile access under optionsmobile settings.
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. The names of the dramatic mountains pretty much set the tone. North cascades national park northern washington, part 3. Make local inquiry for maps and permits for backcountry camping facilities. North cascades national park map poster is a piece designed for those who love hiking and exploring the beautiful washington. North cascades highway detail national park service. Following guidance from the white house, centers for disease control and prevention, and. A true wilderness, the park is home to a diverse ecosystem that includes wolves, lynx, and. National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrowoolley 23mi 37km to arlington 28mi 45km to white horse 1mi 0.
Gorge creek falls, one of the few developed waterfalls in north cascades national park, is a great example of the proverbial saving the best for last. Click the image to view a full size jpg 850 kb or download the pdf 800 kb. What to do at north cascades national geographic travel. This is a map of north cascades thats better for printing 2. Explore jagged peaks crowned by more than 300 glaciers. Jul 15, 2016 often called the american alps, the park is one of three units that make up the north cascades national park service complex. The first successful sustained powered flights in a heavierthanair machine were made here at kitty hawk by wilbur and orville wright on december 17, 1903. You can own this large, beautifully printed wall map of the north cascades national park and hang it in your home or office produced by the national park service and printed by arthouse in maryland. North cascades national park is a united states national park in the north cascades region of washington state understand. North cascades national park marblemount, wa office buildings. Three bedrooms, queen, king, 3 bunk beds, 2 hideabeds in the living room.
The region is frequently called the north american alps. The 10 best north cascades national park hotel deals may. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in north cascades national park, washington on tripadvisor. North cascades national park is located in the northern part of washington state, running all the way to the international border with british columbia, canada. There is no entrance fee for the north cascades national park. Sitting on the border of the united states and canada, the north cascades national park covers an area of over 500,000 acres 200,000 hectares and ranges in height between 1,000 ft 300 m to over 10,000 ft 3,000 m.
North cascades national park s alpine landscape includes jagged peaks, glaciers, waterways, and forested valleys. See more ideas about north cascades national park, north cascades and national parks. The whole park on one topographic map with superb detail for the natural features. Each element of this map has been carefully hand illustrated and digitally. Searchable listings of north cascades np rv parks and campgrounds. Though there is evidence that the region has been inhabited by humans for the past 10,000 years, the first white explorers entered the area in the 1800s. Click the image to view a full size gif 80 kb or download the pdf 700 kb. Visitor information wheelchair accessible ranger station. The north cascades national park service complex includes north cascades national park and ross lake and lake chelan national recreation areas. You can also search trails via the following methods. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window. Arthouse wall map of north cascades national park in.
Nps trail conditions comment from 58 is not encouraging snow level 4500 in general. 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. Once or twice a month youll receive our field notes enewsletter with the latest institute news, natural history information and photography from the north cascades, job announcements and. The north cascades national park also highlights geographic marvels like mt. North cascades national park, washington travel guide.
Erratic weather, massive precipitation, thick rainforest and vertiginous cliffs have long ensured the. North cascades national park map art prints, poster art. 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. North cascades national park complex is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Explore the alpine forests, wild rivers, jagged peaks, and abundant glaciers of north cascades national park with national geographics trails illustrated map. North cascades national park travel usa lonely planet. North cascades national park usa attractions lonely planet. North cascades national park, ross lake national recreation area, and lake chelan national recreation area totaling 684,187 acres and simultaneously established on oct 2, 1968. North cascades national park r mount logan t a i l blue lake rainy lake trail national recreation trail darrington marblemount. 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. Ice axe and selfarrest skills highly recommended to reach the pass. North cascades national park complex wilderness trip planner.
Discover communities of life adapted to moisture in the west and recurring fire in the east. 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. The best time of year to visit the park is from midjune through midseptember, but make sure you are prepared for summer storms. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, this map features key points of interest including baker. Gateway to north cascades national park on the cascade. The north cascades national park is located 165 miles northwest of leavenworth. If you only have a couple days in the park, take a day trip up the north cascades highway through the ross lake national recreation area. North cascades national park travel guide at wikivoyage. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Trails illustrated topo map covers the whole park and includes the most current information on the location of trails and camps. This is the complete north cascades map from the official brochure, showing all the trails, roads, and points of interest. Gateway to north cascades national park on the cascade river. How much does visiting the north cascades national park cost. North cascades highway north cascades national park 2020.
Scientists monitor more than 300 glaciers within the park to understand effects of climate change on them and the north cascades ecosystem. Things to do in washington north cascades national park. North cascades national park is an american national park in the state of washington. Online banking mobile deposits north cascades bank. North cascades national park map art prints, poster art, wall. Local knowledge fisher camp, below skyscraping rock walls, lies near the site where the last north cascades grizzly was killed in 1967.
National park service information 4mi 6km to sedrovwoolley 23mi 37km to white horse 1mi 0. North cascades national park map washington mapcarta. North cascades highway, north cascades national park. Jagged snowdusted peaks, glaciers, waterfalls and shadowy valleys compete for attention in north cascades national park. North cascades, washington, pacific northwest, united states, north america latitude. Waterproof tearresistant topographic mapexplore the alpine forests, wild rivers, jagged peaks, and abundant glaciers of north cascades national park.
If you are not currently an online banker user, you can call us at 18006039342 monday through friday 8 am. Shows the entire park and surroundings including ross lake national recreation area and lake chelan national recreation area. Official nps map of north cascades national park, washington. 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. North cascades national park is the core of the region, flanked by lake chelan national recreation area to the south and ross lake national recreation area to the north. North cascades national park complex fast facts national.