Ptarmigan Ridge
6 days ago
Wild blueberries are sweet and ample now
23 this month · 107 reports
Copper Ridge
North Cascades
updated 1 week ago
The Copper Ridge Trail in the Mount Baker Area offers stunning fall colors as of September 18 and September 8. The trail itself is in good condition, with no significant obstacles reported in recent reports. The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles, with only minor potholes noted on August 21. Water sources are generally available, particularly at Hannegan Camp and Boundary Camp. Snow is no longer an issue, with reports from September 18 indicating it's snow-free. Bugs are not a major concern, with reports from September 18, September 8, and August 21 all stating no bugs. Wildlife sightings, including bears, marmots, and deer, have been noted.
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The road is suitable for all vehicles, with only minor potholes that can be avoided. This was last reported on August 21.
Multiple wildlife sightings have been reported. Bears were seen frequently around Hannegan Pass and Silesia Camp as of September 8. Other sightings include marmots, deer, and mountain goats near the lookout as of July 14.
Reliable water sources are available at Hannegan Camp and Boundary Camp as of September 18. Other smaller streams and melting snow were noted between July 14 and July 4.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
We did a 14.7 mile out-and-back trail run starting from Hannegan Pass trailhead at 9am on Friday 9/18. There was plenty of parking available at the trailhead with the nicest vault toilet and shelter ...
Recent2 weeks ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
First off: For anyone getting walk-up or reserved permits in the national park, don’t make the same mistake I did! Read all your emails, in full, and check the North Cascades website! This year, Glaci...
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Averyrushed Copper Ridge loop, counterclockwise, in 2 days / 1 night.Don't be like me and savor the loop! Remember, mileage doesn't equate the same in the North Cascades.Most people do the loop in 2-3...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Day hiked to the lookout and back, ~20 miles round trip, about 4600 feet cumulative elevation gain. 10 hours, 53 minutes car to car, with 40 minutes spent by the lookout. What a great hike, to travers...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Hiked in and set up camp at Silesia before continuing along the ridge to the fire lookout (and a bit beyond, to get a peak of Copper Lake).Road Conditions.Rd 32 was unpaved, but in good condition with...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Beautiful hike from Hannegan Pass TH to the Copper Ridge lookout. The trail is GREAT shape (and saw a group of wonderful folks doing work on the trail as well). Just a few trees blown down between Bou...
Older3 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Just completed a 3 day trip over Hannegan Pass to Copper Ridge. June 20-22.Day 1: Hannegan Pass Trailhesd to Hannegan Camp. 4 miles. The trail is in great shape. No snow and no obstacles on trail. S...
Older12 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
LOST: Gray Door Handle Lock Cover in parking lot. Plastic square with one rounded corner. Please let me know if found, would really appreciate!Spent 2 nights at Egg Lake. Some folks on the way to Hann...
Older13 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Such an incredible weekend on Copper Ridge, including a night at Silesia Camp! Before dinner on Saturday, we spotted a massive wildfire plume growing exponentially NE of our camp. Eventually we figure...
Older24 months ago
North Cascades
Decided to take advantage of this nice fall weekend to head to North Cascades National Park. After a nice visit with the rangers at the Glacier Service Center to pick up our permit we were on our way!...