North Cascades National Park | American Tour Association

A PLACE TO REMEMBER

Make room for the wonder.

The North Cascades region combines steep mountain scenery with striking reservoir views along the highway corridor. A scenic drive and selected walks provide an accessible introduction to a much larger wilderness.

boats on the water with mountains and trees surrounding — Stehekin sits at the top of Lake Chelan, welcoming visitors to take a life at a slower pace.
NPS Photo/D.Dixon · Photography credit

Tents set up in a wooded area. — Grab your tent, your sleeping bag, and adventurous soul and camp along Ross Lake.
NPS Photo/D. Dixon · Photography credit

BUILD YOUR OWN PARK DAY

Places to consider

01North Cascades Highway viewpoints
02Diablo Lake overlooks
03Newhalem area

Choose the stops that suit your time and your party. These are ideas for exploring, rather than a fixed itinerary or a promise that every road, trail or facility will be open.

Before you set out

The highway corridor includes recreation areas within the broader park complex. Check seasonal closures and distinguish roadside stops from backcountry park routes.

Give the day room

Allow time for the approach, parking and breaks. Pick walks for the least mobile members of your party, and leave space for weather or a change of plans.

Bring your group

Confirm vehicle access, drop-off and parking with the park. Check any guided tours, transport and accessibility arrangements before fixing the rest of the itinerary.

Official park visitor guide ↗Current conditions ↗

Check the official NPS guide for current access, fees, passes, reservations and permits. Gateway names identify useful surrounding communities or access areas, not exact entrance directions. Photographs may show earlier seasons or conditions.