North Cascades National Park
Known as the "American Alps," featuring jagged wilderness peaks, over 300 active glaciers, and brilliant electric-blue turquoise lakes fed by glacial flour.
DON’T MISS
Diablo Lake Overlook: Famous turquoise water view right off Highway 20.
Maple Pass Loop: One of the best day hikes in Washington for fall golden larches.
Washington Pass Overlook: Towering granite spires of Liberty Bell Mountain.
Gorge Creek Falls: Quick suspension bridge overlook walk.
TRAIL NOTES
WA-20 (North Cascades Highway) closes annually for winter snow—typically reopening in May.
No entrance fees are required for North Cascades National Park along the main highway corridor.
Plentiful Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest roads nearby for remote off-grid camping setup.
Cell coverage drops completely east of Marblemount—download offline maps in advance.
Take a Jeep Camper to North Cascades National Park
Rooftop tent, bedding, camp kitchen and cooler included — just add food and a sense of adventure.
