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Washington Pass Overlook

Name Karen Bakke
Name of 'Spot' Washington Pass Overlook
Short Description For unrelenting in-your-face beauty you cannot beat this roadside, wheelchair-friendly, quarter-mile jaunt. Towering granite peaks, white granite outcrops, and mix of conifers makes this a soul rejuvenating rest stop like no other and beautiful place to paint.
Location Address North Cascades Hwy 20 - map on website
Directions (simple) It is 44 curvy miles from Newhalem on the west side of the pass and 30 miles up from Winthrop on the east side. The ‘Overlook’ parking lot is on the north side of the road (or left when traveling eastward).
Parking yes
Restroom(s) yes
Food no
Potable Water no
Lodging no
Fuel no
Website (for more information) https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/washington-pass-overlook
Comments Check conditions before going, this highway is closed in the winter. No parking pass or entry fee required. Dogs allowed on leash.