Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm

Trip

Day Hike - Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm

Miss the weekend crowds and enjoy this classic trip in a spectacular area of the North Cascades.

  • Strenuous, Very Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 9.4 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,880 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 7,600 ft
  • Pace: Moderate

Meet at 6:30 a.m. at the Chuckanut Park & Ride to consolidate carpools for the drive up Hwy 20 and the Cascade River Rd. to the trailhead. Exit I5 at MP 231, Chuckanut Drive exit to the east. At the traffic circle drive south on Burlington Blvd. In a short distance turn right into the P&R. The P&R is between Burlington Blvd and I5 just south of the interchange.

Aug. 23, Friday – Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm, (GT 10, Cascade Pass, Up to 12 mi. & 4,200’+ elev. gain. Miss the weekend crowds and enjoy this classic trip in a spectacular area of the North Cascades. Pace will be moderate with breaks for views and snacks. A treat to share is welcome. Hint the leader likes cookies. Party limit is 8. Meet at 6:30 a.m. at the Chuckanut Park & Ride, MP 231, Chuckanut Drive exit on the east side of I5 just south of the interchange to consolidate carpools for the drive up Hwy 20. Leader Chuck Gustafson, 360-766-4045 (landline). Please no calls after 7:00 p.m.

Route/Place

Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials

  1. Navigation
  2. Sun protection
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination
  5. First aid supplies
  6. Fire
  7. Repair kit and tools, including knife
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter
  11. BOOTS ARE REQUIRED
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