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Schalow

North Cascades > Pasayten
 48.5945, -119.6973 Map & Directions
Length
3.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
920 feet
Highest Point
3,310 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Moderate
Lake Sugarloaf is visible from the narrow, rugged Schalow Trail. Photo by RichP. Full-size image
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Wildlife

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A very remote trail in the Colville National Forest with lake views and narrow, rugged tread. Continue reading

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Hiking Schalow

Trail ascends to the base of Schalow Mountain as it travels up an open, rocky hillside.

 Follow a trail as it contours around the hillside above Conconully Lake. You'll enjoy a great view of the surrounding mountains and the lake.

During the summer, be aware of the potential for rattlesnakes.

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Schalow

Map & Directions

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Co-ordinates: 48.5945, -119.6973 Open in Google Maps

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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.

Getting There

From Conconully, drive north on Main Street to County Road 4015 on the right. Travel on 4015 for about 5 miles to Sugarloaf Campground. The trail takes off from across the campground entrance.

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Trailhead

North Cascades > Pasayten

Schalow (#361)

Colville National Forest, Tonasket Ranger District

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Schalow

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