Rockport, Washington
Top Spots in and near Rockport
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Chilliwack, British Columbia
Hike to Elk Mountain
4.74.3 mi / 2624.7 ft gainElk Mountain is one of the not so hidden-hidden gems in Chilliwack, BC. Clocking in at around 4 hours return it is an easy day hike offering beautiful views of the Fraser Valley and surrounding mountains. Reaching around 1500m in only 3.5 km, this trail is steep, but beautiful forest and mountain...Read more -
Hope, British Columbia
Hike to Flood Falls, British Columbia
5.00.6 mi / 262.5 ft gainYou can see the waterfall up high cascading down to the ground from where you park. Once you get to the trailhead and park on the side of the road, follow the trail toward the waterfall. The trail is a bit rough in spots with lots of roots, so be careful where you step. On the way to the falls, t...Read more -
Winthrop, Washington
Hike Abernathy Peak
9 mi / 5100 ft gainAbernathy Peak is one of the shortest and easiest peak on the Bulger List, as it's just a walk-up covering around 9 miles and 5100 feet in gain. The trail to starts at the Twisp River Trail, but a few paces after the trailhead, the trail splits and you head left for Scatter Lake. The next 3.5 mi...Read more -
Deming, Washington
Hike Helitrope Ridge
4.75.5 mi / 1500 ft gainStarting at the marked Heliotrope Ridge parking lot of FS Road 39, just 8 miles out of the quaint town of Glacier, Washington, you begin your ascent to the glacier viewpoint. The trailhead sign indicates that it is a strenuous 2,000 ft gain over 2.5 miles up to the overlook.This clearly cut trail...Read more -
Deming, Washington
Hike the Horseshoe Bend Trail
4.06 mi / 210 ft gainLocated just outside the town of Glacier, WA and 40 minutes prior to Mount Baker Ski area, sits the Horseshoe Bend Trail. A simple and straightforward 6 mile out and back route. To get here, take Hwy 542 towards the direction of Mount Baker. About 4 miles after you pass through the town of Glacie...Read more -
Hope, British Columbia
Explore the Ladner Creek Trestle
0.6 mi / 656.2 ft gainLocated just off the Coquihalla Hwy about 30km east of Hope, BC is Ladner Creek. Use the Portia Exit #202 if you are coming from the West to do a u-turn just after crossing over the creek.Coming back from the East, you want to pull off the highway immediately before crossing the bridge. After e...Read more -
Winthrop, Washington
Cross-Country Ski the Rendezvous Huts
During the winter months, there are few places in the country that are as isolated, picturesque and active as the Methow Valley, home to the western themed town of Winthrop and the tiny little town of Mazama.With over 200 kilometers of well-groomed cross country ski trails throughout the valley, ...Read more -
Okanagan-Similkameen H, British Columbia
Hike to Illal Meadows & Illal Peak
3.06.2 mi / 1968.5 ft gainTo access Illal Meadows, you have to take a little spur road off of the Tulameen Forest Service Road. This spur road is described as being accessible with high clearance 2WD before turning into a 4WD road.The first part follows an old, overgrown, flat logging road to the south branch of Illal Cr...Read more -
Okanogan County, Washington
Backpack to Remmel Mtn. & Four Point Lake
5.0Remmel Mountain (8685 ft), the former site of a fire lookout, is a massive pile of granite and a wonderful destination for panoramic views of the rugged Pasayten Wilderness. The mountain itself can be accessed from several trailheads and although there are no short routes to the base of the moun...Read more -
Darrington, Washington
Hike to Green Mountain
8.5 mi / 3200 ft gainAfter the long drive down FR 26, turn onto FR 2680. 6 miles down the road, you'll see what slightly resembles a trail to your left. Park and prepare for your gorgeous hike!The trail starts with a 1.5 mile windy trek through the woods. You'll pop out onto the lush meadows of the mountain sides. He...Read more -
Okanogan County, Washington
Cathedral Lakes and Amphitheater Mountain
5.037.4 mi / 6493 ft gainLocated in the Pasayten Wilderness and surrounded by Amphitheater Mountain and Cathedral Peak, Cathedral Lakes are a great destination for a multi-day backpacking trip. The shortest route to get Cathedral Lakes (not coming from Canada) is roughly 19 miles. This may be a bit of a "slog" but is def...Read more -
Twisp, Washington
Patterson Mountain Loop
3.53 mi / 1112 ft gainThe Patterson Mountain loop is the perfect way for a beginner to intermediate hiker to get acquainted with the arid eastern slope of the North Cascades. This 3.7-mile lollipop with about 1100 feet of elevation gain showcases the open country of the high desert, blanketed with wildflowers in the s...Read more -
Twisp, Washington
Backpack to West Oval Lake
14 mi / 4100 ft gainThe trail to West Oval Lake begins at the Eagle Creek Trailhead, outside of Twisp, Washington. Follow the Eagle Creek trail for 1.9 miles until the trail splits. Take the left fork for Oval Creek and Oval Lakes. The trail continues winding through thick forest for approximately 4 more miles befor...Read more -
Yale, British Columbia
Hike Yak Peak
5.03.4 mi / 2755.9 ft gainThe granite slab of Yak Peak is easily identified by those passing by on the Coquihalla Highway. What most don't know is there is a hiking trail and climbing opportunities, both offering amazing 360 degree views of the Zopkios range and beyond.This hike starts at the Zopkios rest area (across the...Read more -
Yale, British Columbia
Summit Needle Peak
5.08.1 mi / 2893.7 ft gainMake your way to the Zopkios exit (#217) on the Coquihalla Highway (Hwy 5), which is almost exactly halfway between the Lower Mainland and the Okanagan of BC. The trailhead is off the pipeline service road on the opposite side of the highway as the rest stop. The hike can be done in one day, but ...Read more -
Yale, British Columbia
Hike to Tasty Lake
8.1 mi / 2894 ft gainTo Needle PeakTotal Distance: 13.0 km (return)Estimated Time: 4 - 7 hoursAverage Grade: 13.6%Structure: Linear - ReturnElevation Gain: 882 mStart Elevation: 1210 mMax Elevation: 2092 mTo Small LakeTotal Distance: 13.0 km (return)Estimated Time: 4 - 6 hoursAverage Grade: ...Read more