West McMillan Spire via Goodell Creek

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20

48.6733, -121.2658 Map & Directions

Length: 16.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 9,800 feet
Highest Point: 8,000 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty: Hard

12.24.25: Highway 20 is closed near Bacon Creek Road (milepost 113; located between Marblemount and Newhalem) until further notice.

West McMillan Spire. Photo by John Porter. Full-size image

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The route to West McMillan Spire is a strenuous Class 3 and involved exposed scrambling. Gear and experience recommended. Continue reading

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Hiking West McMillan Spire via Goodell Creek

West McMillan Spire via Goodell Creek

Map & Directions

Trailhead

Co-ordinates: 48.6733, -121.2658 Open in Google Maps

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: Highway 20 is closed near Bacon Creek Road (milepost 113; located between Marblemount and Newhalem) until further notice.

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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 Marblemount follow the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) east for 14 miles to Newhalem. Take a left onto Newhalem Creek Road and turn left when you reach a T-junction. Take your next right and continue to the Goodell Creek campground.