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Alert: Major flooding has prompted evacuations and is impacting communities and public lands across Western Washington. Landslide risk and related hazards are very high and have closed trails and roads, including major highways and forest roads.

Check forecasts, consider delaying your hiking or camping plans, and stay safe out there. 

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Cougar Divide

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
 48.8616, -121.7859 Map & Directions
Length
6.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,300 feet
Highest Point
5,800 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Moderate
  • Mountain views
  • Old growth
  • Ridges/passes
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows

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Cougar Divide

Map & Directions

Trailhead
Co-ordinates: 48.8616, -121.7859 Open in Google Maps

Before You Go

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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

Northwest Forest Pass

WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.

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Trailhead

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area

Cougar Divide (#601)

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Mount Baker Ranger District

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Hiker Headlines: Widespread flooding impacts communities and closes roads, trails and campgrounds

December 11, 2025

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