North Cascades
National Park

Some places change your perspective.

Jagged peaks and hundreds of glaciers.

Less than three hours from Seattle, an alpine landscape beckons. Discover communities of life adapted to moisture in the west and recurring fire in the east. Explore jagged peaks crowned by more than 300 glaciers. Listen to cascading waters in forested valleys. Witness a landscape sensitive to the Earth's changing climate. Help steward the ecological heart of the Cascades.

Park information: National Park Service.

Before you head out

Start with the official park guide for trip planning, accessibility, reservations and current conditions. Availability and requirements can change throughout the year.