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Thunder Knob
North Cascades
updated 2 days ago
The trail to Thunder Knob is reported to be in good condition, with no snow present as of September 23. The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles, and bugs are not a significant issue according to recent reports. Hikers have noted the trail's popularity, with many people using it, and the presence of numerous benches along the route. The metal bridge at the beginning of the trail is described as bouncy. Ripe huckleberries were also noted along the trail in late June.
Generated from 27 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.
What hikers ask about Thunder Knob
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The primary obstacle mentioned is the bouncy metal bridge at the beginning of the trail. Otherwise, the trail is in good condition and well-suited for easy hiking, with no significant obstructions reported as of September 23.
Parking is available roadside, as noted in a report from August 13. Most reports do not mention specific parking challenges, indicating it is generally accessible.
Hikers can expect decent views from the summit, with lovely views of Diablo Lake also visible from the top as of June 30. The trail also offers views from a bridge near the parking area.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh2 days ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Easy hike up to decent views. Wouldn’t go out of my way for it, but if you are in the area it doesn’t take that long. The hardest part is probably the wobbly bridge at the very beginning.#hikethestate
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Highly used trail, well worth the views
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Not Smokey at all, a pleasant surprise!I did a quick cold plunge in the river on the parking side of the bridge, and left my armitron watch on a log. It’s a cheapy, from jc penny years ago, but if som...
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
This is a great short hike, not too difficult and well suited to kids and entry-level hikers. On a smoky weekday morning I saw just a couple dozen people during the 2 hours I was there.There are tons...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Trail gets a lot of foot traffic. It has plenty of rocks that can come loose in the dry weather. The metal bridge is bouncy so walk easy or go for a ride. I got to the trail head just after 6 pm and m...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Heading up Thunder Knob from the Colonial Creek North Campground around 3:30pm on this lovely overcast Tuesday afternoon. Met quite a few people coming down the trail, and a handful of folks headed up...
Older3 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
We arrived at the Colonial North Campground around 8:15 and hiked up to Thunder Knob. This is a short, moderate hike (1.8 mi to the knob) with a rewarding payoff.Nice views of Colonial Peak, Pyramid P...
Older3 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
We did this hike as the first of the North Cascades sampler hikes. Very doable day hikes and only 2 hrs from Everett. Get there early for a quiet trail, we left at 6, arrived at 8 and had the trail to...
Older4 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Was pretty busy on a Sunday because of Memorial Day weekend with lots of families and dogs. Parking was pretty packed on the road at around 2pm but there were spots available. Significantly more empty...
Older4 months ago
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Beautiful warm day to hike. The trail was very crowded. We saw many people try to go over the closed bridge, but they were turned around. I’m assuming the crowds were also largely due to people wantin...