North Cascades National Park

Jagged peaks and remote valleys earn the North Cascades its nickname, the American Alps. High-clearance 4x4 recommended.

Washington~2.5 hr from SeattleBest: June–October

Photo: Bob Collowan / Wikimedia Commons

Don't miss

Diablo Lake Overlook
The famous turquoise-water view right off Highway 20.
Maple Pass Loop
One of the best day hikes in Washington, especially for fall larches.
Washington Pass Overlook
Towering granite spires of Liberty Bell Mountain.
Gorge Creek Falls
A quick suspension-bridge overlook walk.

•WA-20 (North Cascades Highway) closes every winter for snow, typically reopening in May.
•No entrance fee is required along the main highway corridor.
•Plenty of Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest roads nearby for remote, off-grid camping.
•Cell coverage drops completely east of Marblemount, so download offline maps in advance.

Pickup starts in SeaTac, WA. Here's the route to North Cascades.

Every rig ships with a rooftop tent, camp kitchen, and true 4x4 capability. Pick your dates and see what's free.