Top Reasons to Go to North Cascades National Park

Pure wilderness: Nearly 400 mi of mountain and meadow trails immerse hikers in pristine natural panoramas, with sure sightings of bald eagles, deer, elk, and other wildlife.

Majestic glaciers: The North Cascades are home to 318 moving ice masses, more than half of the glaciers in the United States.

Splendid flora: A bright palette of flowers blankets the hillsides in midsummer, while October's colors paint the landscape in vibrant autumn hues.

Thrilling boat rides: Lake Chelan, Lake Ross, and the Stehekin River are the starting points for kayaking, white-water rafting, and ferry trips.

19th-century history: Delve into the state's farming, lumber, and logging pasts in clapboard towns and homesteads around the park.