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Snohomish County

Trip worthy places, an hour from Lake Stevens.

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Before you go

  • park closure Campfire Ban in All Portions of the Park Complex Begins June 29 — North Cascades National Park
  • caution Stehekin Flash Flood and Debris Flow Area — North Cascades National Park
  • park closure Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed — North Cascades National Park
  • park closure Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures — North Cascades National Park
  • caution Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats — North Cascades National Park

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Updated Jul 30

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22 places

Ashland Lakes Trailhead

Ashland Lakes Trailhead

Ashland Lakes Trail is a beautiful 3.7-mile trail in the Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area that passes through areas of mature trees, bogs and pristine alpine lakes. Accesses campsites at Beaver Plant Lake, Upper Ashland Lake, and Lower Ashland …

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Beaver Plant Lake

Beaver Plant Lake

Beaver Plant Lake, in the Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area, is a pristine backcountry lake at roughly 2,840 feet in elevation. Expect a 1.5-mile hike to campsites from the Ashland Lakes Trailhead.

Washington DNR

Big Greider Lake Campground

Big Greider Lake Campground

Located in the Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area, Big Greider Campground offers three back country campsites near Big Greider Lake. Expect a 4.5-mile hike from the Greider Lakes Trailhead to reach these backcountry campsites.

Washington DNR

Boulder and Greider Lakes Trailhead

Boulder and Greider Lakes Trailhead

Boulder-Greider Lakes Trailhead offers access to 10 miles of hiking trail accessing Boulder Lake, Big Greider Lake and Little Greider Lake. The trailhead is operated by Snohomish County PUD and City of Everett and is in the Spada Lake watershed, which provides…

Washington DNR

Boulder Lake Camping Area

Boulder Lake Camping Area

Located at 3,706-feet elevation, the Boulder Lake Camping Area offers 9 campsites situated near Boulder Lake. This backcountry site is accessed via a 6.6-mile hiking trail that passes through old growth forests and climbs into the Cascade mountains. Each site …

Washington DNR

Cutthroat Lakes

Cutthroat Lakes

Starting at the Walt Bailey Trailhead, hikers can enter into the Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area for a pristine hike through backcountry wilderness. The 4.5-mile trail takes hikers to Cutthroat Lakes.

Washington DNR

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Day Hiking in North Cascades

Hike the North Cascades to experience some of the finest mountain country in North America.

North Cascades National Park

Lighthouse building on grass with forest behind.

Ebey's Reserve - Fort Casey & Admiralty Head Lighthouse

A visit to Fort Casey State Park offers the visitor a glimpse into early military life as well as spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. Camping is also available year-round. Admiralty Lighthouse is a favorite stop when visiting the park and Ebey's Reserve.

Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve

Old buildings with a dirt road and wooden boardwalks.

Ebey's Reserve - Historic Coupeville

Pay a visit to one of the oldest towns in Washington State - located in the Central Whidbey Island Historic District and part of Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve. Shopping, dining are all just steps away from the convenient parking on Alexander Street - a block from downtown.

Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve

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  • US 2 at MP 24.2: Rice RdUS 2 at MP 24.2: Rice Rd
  • US 2 at MP 23.2: Sultan Basin RdUS 2 at MP 23.2: Sultan Basin Rd
  • US 2 at MP 22.3: 5th StUS 2 at MP 22.3: 5th St
  • US 2 at MP 21.5: Old Owen RdUS 2 at MP 21.5: Old Owen Rd
  • WSF Kingston Ferry Sign EastWSF Kingston Ferry Sign East
  • WSF Kingston Ferry Sign WestWSF Kingston Ferry Sign West

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