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Bonanza Peak

Alert: On Oct. 1 the federal government began a partial shutdown that will impact National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges and U.S. Forest Service lands in Washington. Here's the latest information we have for hikers and campers.

Bonanza Peak

Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan

48.2381, -120.8662 Map & Directions

Length: 14.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 6,300 feet
Highest Point: 9,511 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty: Hard

8.29.25: This trail is closed until further notice due to the Martin Fire.

Bonanza Peak. Photo by John Porter. Full-size image

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Northwest Forest Pass

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The route to Bonanza Peak is a Class 4 and involves exposed scrambling. Gear and experience recommended. Continue reading

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Hiking Bonanza Peak

The route to Bonanza Peak is a Class 4 and involves exposed scrambling. Gear and experience recommended.

Bonanza Peak is the tallest non-volcanic peak in Washington State and can be reached via the Railroad Creek Trailhead out of Holden Campground.

Bonanza Peak

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Co-ordinates: 48.2381, -120.8662 Open in Google Maps

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8.29.25: This trail is closed until further notice due to the Martin Fire.

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Northwest Forest Pass

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