Recreation In The North Cascades

Calling all people who love to hike, camp, climb, raft and commune with nature

The North Cascades boast some of the best wild-land recreation in the Pacific Northwest - if not the world.

Long known as the extreme climber's climbing destination, the area can challenge the technical skills of even the most experienced rock climbers, bushwhackers and hard bodies. It's also a destination for families looking for quiet, little-travelled places to pass on a delight in nature to the next generation. Picnic next to a hundred streams, lulled by the sound of rushing water, or explore meandering trails to mountain lakes and huckleberry fields.

If you've been wondering what happened to that wild part of you, it's right here.

Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved in the North Cascades. From trail restoration to conservation and stewardship activities, you can make a difference!

Hike of the Month

StorySki in the Methow

"StorySki" trails are 1 kilometer cross-country ski loops lined with the stories of the books Polar Opposites and Polar Polka. The ski trails allow young skiers and their families to ski while reading an entire book, gliding through the magic of winter in the Methow Valley. 18 colorful story-panels usher kids along the trails for a self-guided storybook tour.