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Dragontail Peak

Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
47.5279, -120.8205 Map & Directions
Length
13.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
5,833 feet
Highest Point
8,840 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Hard

12.19.25 Trailheads are inaccessible on Icicle Road beyond Eightmile Campground. The road is closed to all but local property owners following storm damage.

  • Established campsites
  • Lakes
  • Mountain views
  • Ridges/passes
  • Summits

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A lengthy and difficult hike up an iconic peak inside the Enchantments. Climbing gear and expertise required. Continue reading

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Hiking Dragontail Peak

A lengthy and difficult hike up an iconic peak inside the Enchantments. Climbing gear and expertise required.

Dragontail Peak

Map & Directions

Trailhead
Co-ordinates: 47.5279, -120.8205 Open in Google Maps

Before You Go

12.19.25 Trailheads are inaccessible on Icicle Road beyond Eightmile Campground. The road is closed to all but local property owners following storm damage.

Dispersed camping is not allowed between the road and Icicle Creek.

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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

Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Wenatchee River Ranger District

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Dragontail Peak

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