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Hike to Mount Pilchuck Lookout
Granite Falls, Washington
4.8
5.5 mi
/ 2200 ft gain
Hike the well-maintained Mount Pilchuck trail through old-growth forest and boulder fields. At the top, you'll reach a lookout tower perched on Mount Pilchuck. Pilchuck sits on the western edge of the Cascades, which offers up amazing panoramic views once you reach the summit.Pilchuck is is one of the most popular hikes in the area, so if you want it a little more on the empty side, be sure to ...
Snowshoe to Mount Pilchuck Lookout
Granite Falls, Washington
5.0
5.4 mi
/ 2300 ft gain
Snowshoe or hike through old-growth forest and snowfields to reach the summit of Mount Pilchuck. Along the trail you’ll catch glimpses of the phenomenal views that lie ahead. The second half of the hike emerges from the forest and snakes through both boulder and snowfields. Be mindful of where the trail goes - especially if fresh snow or wind drifts have partially covered the way. Many hikers h...
Hike to Heather Lake
Granite Falls, Washington
4.3
4.6 mi
/ 1034 ft gain
The trail takes you on a gradual climb up to Heather Lake with beautiful second growth to admire along the way. The trail can be very wet and muddy with many tree roots to catch your toes, so make sure to wear a sturdy pair of tennis shoes or hiking shoes.When you reach the lake, the trail splits; take either direction, since both loop around the lake. About half of the loop is a nice flat boar...
Water and Snow Ski Stevens to Stevens
Lake Stevens, Washington
5.0
Have you ever dreamed of snow skiing and water skiing in the same day? This March, plan your adventure of a lifetime to Stevens Pass and Lake Stevens, Washington. You will need a winter coat, a wet suit, and a heart made of love for the outdoors.Keep an eye on mountain and lake weather conditions as you plan your day. Stevens Pass is usually open through March. If you choose to go on a snow day...
Winter Hike to Heather Lake
Granite Falls, Washington
5.0
4.6 mi
/ 1100 ft gain
After exiting Mountain Loop Hwy, follow the gravel road up 1.1 miles before you reach the parking lot. WATCH FOR POTHOLES! The trailhead can be found to the left of the small parking lot. After filling out your group information in the small stand, you can begin your trek up to Heather Lake.
The trail starts with multiple switchbacks before evening out along an old logging road. After the trail...
Lake 22
Granite Falls, Washington
4.5
5.98 mi
/ 1434 ft gain
If you're looking for a taste of the Mountain Loop Highway area, but don't have it in you for a longer, steeper journey, look no further than Lake 22. The trail starts out as flat and well-maintained, from the parking lot, before becoming a true mountain rainforest trail. Water and dampness are fairly ubiquitous on this trail, so be prepared with your footwear!
At 0.6 miles, you'll be offered ...
Victoria, Armstrong, & Pilchuck Trails
Arlington, Washington
4.6 mi
/ 495 ft gain
Victoria, Armstrong, & Pilchuck Trails is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Arlington, Washington.
Hike to Three Fingers Lookout
Arlington, Washington
5.0
15 mi
/ 4200 ft gain
Approximately 11 miles east of Granite Falls, WA, on the Mt. Loop Highway, turn onto Forest Service road 41 and follow this road for 18.0 miles to the trailhead. The road is quite rough and it is recommended you have a four-wheel drive vehicle. There is a washout about halfway along the road, and many drivers stop here and hike or bike the rest of the way to the trailhead. The trailhead sign i...
Hike the Boulder River Trail
Arlington, Washington
4.5
8.6 mi
/ 700 ft gain
Boulder River is a great outing for those days when you feel like you just need a good hike through the forest. This makes for a nice long day hike, but because both of the large waterfalls are within the first half of the trail, you can still see the falls without going the whole way.
The trailhead starts at the end of French Creek Rd. No pass or permit is needed, so just park and hit the trai...
Places to stay
Granite Falls, Washington
Turlo Campground
Overview
Turlo Campground is located just off the Mountain Loop Highway in the Mt.Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The campground is nes...
Granite Falls, Washington
Verlot Campground
Overview
Verlot Campground is located just off the Mountain Loop Highway in the stunning Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Situated on...
Verlot, Washington
Wiley Creek Group Camp
Overview
Wiley Creek, a popular campground for youth groups and organizations, is situated in an old-growth Douglas fir forest with lovel...
Granite Falls, Washington
Gold Basin Campground
Overview
Gold Basin Group Campground sits near the banks of the tranquil South Fork of the Stillaguamish River, close to several wilderne...
Mountain Loop Highway
Beaver Creek Group Camp
Overview
Beaver Creek campground is a popular group camp situated along the Stillaguamish River, with a spectacular view of Big Four Moun...
Mountain Loop Highway
Marten Creek Group Camp
Overview
Visitors traversing the scenic Mountain Loop Road through Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest will find Marten Creek Group Camp...
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