A popular climbing route in the North Cascades. Proper gear and expertise is required.
Sahale Glacier
48.4755,
-121.0751
Map & Directions
12.24.25: Cascade River Road is officially closed to vehicle traffic at milepost 21 (Johnson Cabin) for the winter. However there is a washout from flooding at milepost 5 that may restrict vehicle access beyond this point.
A popular climbing route in the North Cascades. Proper gear and expertise is required.
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Hiking Sahale Glacier
Sahale Glacier
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
A backcountry permit is required to camp overnight in the North Cascades National Park Complex (incl. Ross Lake National Rec Area and Lake Chelan National Rec Area). They are $10 per person plus a $6 non-refundable reservation fee. Permits must be picked up at the Wilderness Information Center in Marblemount. See the National Park Service website for more details on permits.
12.24.25: Cascade River Road is officially closed to vehicle traffic at milepost 21 (Johnson Cabin) for the winter. However there is a washout from flooding at milepost 5 that may restrict vehicle access beyond this point.
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
NoneWTA 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.
