This one-mile-long wheelchair-accessible trail takes you to beautiful Rainy Lake.
The trail starts at Rainy Pass Trailhead, milepost 158 on the North Cascade Highway (Hwy 20). Park at the parking lot on the west side of the highway and take the trail that starts at the south end of the parking lot.
At less than a half mile, the trail branches. The right trail climbs steeply towards mountains. Proceed straight instead. The one mile long trail is paved all the way to the viewpoint by the lake.
At the viewpoint you will see a beautiful lake surrounded by mountains. The water is so clear you can see fish swimming in the lake.
Rainy Lake
48.5150,
-120.7355
Map & Directions
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 70 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,800 feet
Highway 20 is closed from Ross Dam trailhead (milepost 134) to Early Winters (milepost 178) for the season.
This one-mile long paved trail takes you to a beautiful alpine lake.
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Hiking Rainy Lake
Rainy Lake
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
Highway 20 is closed from Ross Dam trailhead (milepost 134) to Early Winters (milepost 178) for the season.
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
Northwest Forest PassWTA 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.
Getting There
From Seattle, drive north on I-5, take exit 230 to Hwy 20 east. Drive to milepost 158 turn right into Rainy Pass trailhead parking lot.
