The PCT within the Goat Rocks Wilderness varies in elevation from about 4,500 feet to over 7,500 feet. At higher elevations, rain or snow can be expected at any time. For this reason, through travel may not be feasible until late July and last only until mid-September. Crossing snowfields one-half m...

Access to this section of the PCT is located near Leech Lake. Stock users should use the trailhead northeast of the lake. The trail leaves the highway and climbs 2 miles to Deer Lake. From here it enters rolling alpine terrain, dotted with many small lakes and potholes. After 5.5 miles, the trail pa...

This lookout offers great close up views of Mt. Baker and the Twin Sisters Range. The trail usually becomes snow-free by mid-July. The creek crossings can be difficult in the afternoon so please use caution. Lookout maintenance is performed by volunteers from the Skagit Alpine Club.

The trail starts in the Mount Baker National Recreation Area. Beginning in lush Schriebers Meadow, it wanders through waist high huckleberries (perfect for fall gathering), heather, and small ponds. The trail then crosses Rocky Creek on a seasonal suspension bridge, which is usually in place between...

The Railroad Grade Trail uses the same route as the Park Butte Trail No. 603 for 2.25 miles; then right onto the Railroad Grade Trail for 1 mile. Form the trail head you immediately cross a bridge over Sulphur Creek. You are then in meadows covered with heather and huckleberries. In 1 mile you cross...