North Cascades
Park №46Pacific CoastEst. 1968

North Cascades

Washington·504,781 acres·July–September

More than 300 glaciers crown the 'American Alps' along the Canadian border.

Best season
July–September
Trip length
2–3 days
Acres
504,781
Region
Pacific Coast
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Highlights

  • Diablo Lake
    Bright-turquoise reservoir from glacial rock-flour suspension.
  • Cascade Pass
    Most-photographed trailhead in the park, 3.7 miles up to the pass.
  • Mount Shuksan

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