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re: National Park Suggestions
Posted on 4/20/17 at 8:14 am to NobleCrawfish
Posted on 4/20/17 at 8:14 am to NobleCrawfish
I'm currently planning a trip to Washington. Unfortunately, it probably won't be until next summer. The plan is to start by spending time in Olympic National Park and Seattle. Then when I'm completely sick of all the people in my way, heading over to North Cascades National Park. If anyone has any tips, they would be appreciated.
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Posted on 4/20/17 at 8:32 am to TheDude
North Cascades is a cool park. Like Olympic, it is mostly wilderness so most hikes may require a permit. There is a ton of backcountry.
I recommend the Diablo Lake Trail, although it's technically inside the Ross Lake NRA. While you're at it, go ahead and hike up to Sourdough Mountain. This trail will take you back into the NP. Awesome panoramic views of the whole area.
I don't know much about the South Unit, but there are some hikes available, including the PCT. I didn't do any South Unit hikes so check with the permit office. There are some cool waterfalls in the park, including this one off the Skagit River:
And FYI North Cascades is a big ole reservoir that supplies power to the Cascades of Washington. There are power lines throughout the drive inside the park and there is some cool history around Newhalem. This is where I camped; it was a good spot. No awesome views at this spot, but on a beautiful creek in a dense rainforest.
I recommend the Diablo Lake Trail, although it's technically inside the Ross Lake NRA. While you're at it, go ahead and hike up to Sourdough Mountain. This trail will take you back into the NP. Awesome panoramic views of the whole area.
I don't know much about the South Unit, but there are some hikes available, including the PCT. I didn't do any South Unit hikes so check with the permit office. There are some cool waterfalls in the park, including this one off the Skagit River:
And FYI North Cascades is a big ole reservoir that supplies power to the Cascades of Washington. There are power lines throughout the drive inside the park and there is some cool history around Newhalem. This is where I camped; it was a good spot. No awesome views at this spot, but on a beautiful creek in a dense rainforest.
This post was edited on 4/20/17 at 8:45 am
Posted on 4/20/17 at 3:16 pm to TheDude
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I'm currently planning a trip to Washington. Unfortunately, it probably won't be until next summer. The plan is to start by spending time in Olympic National Park and Seattle. Then when I'm completely sick of all the people in my way, heading over to North Cascades National Park. If anyone has any tips, they would be appreciated.
The Enchantments in North Cascade NP are the best. They limit the number of campers and give out spots via lottery. If you don't plan on going until next summer then put in for the camping lottery next February.
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This post was edited on 4/20/17 at 3:18 pm
Posted on 4/23/17 at 8:17 am to TheDude
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heading over to North Cascades National Park. If anyone has any tips, they would be appreciated.
There's a permit system and it's harder to get one compared to Olympic NP.
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