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Black Peak

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
 48.5182, -120.7339 Map & Directions
Length
12.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
5,100 feet
Highest Point
8,970 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Hard

Highway 20 is closed between the Ross Dam trailhead (milepost 134) and Silver Star gate (milepost 171) for the winter season.

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Co-ordinates: 48.5182, -120.7339 Open in Google Maps

Before You Go

Highway 20 is closed between the Ross Dam trailhead (milepost 134) and Silver Star gate (milepost 171) for the winter season.

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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.

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North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20

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