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Ruby Creek

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
48.7080, -120.9780 Map & Directions
Length
6.4 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,230 feet
Highest Point
1,935 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Moderate
Fallen fall leaves along the banks of the river. Photo by Mertensia. Full-size image
  • Dogs not allowed
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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

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Ruby Creek is a short, mellow river ramble that is often traveled as a part of the longer Devils Dome Loop. Continue reading

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Hiking Ruby Creek

Ruby Creek is a short, mellow river ramble that is often traveled as a part of the longer Devils Dome Loop.

Ruby Creek

Map & Directions

Trailhead
Co-ordinates: 48.7080, -120.9780 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.

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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

None

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

Traveling from Marblemount on Highway 20 go past Diablo Lake. After mile marker 138 the large parking area for this hike is on the left.

More Hike Details

Trailhead

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20

Ruby (#736)

North Cascades National Park

Guidebooks & Maps

Day Hiking: North Cascades (Romano - Mountaineers Books)

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