![]() NPS / Astudillo Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry. For backcountry permit questions email noca_wilderness@nps.gov. (2/13/25) Things to know before you arrive:
Getting to HozomeenBy BoatHozomeen has two graded cement ramps, which are generally accessible from mid-June through September. There is no boat launch on the south end of Ross Lake; to reach Hozomeen from the south, canoes, kayaks, and small crafts can be launched at Colonial Creek Campground, boated five miles on Diablo Lake, then portaged around Ross Dam to Ross Lake. Ross Lake Resort offers a portage service. Learn more about boating on Ross Lake. Backcountry CampingThe 31-mile East Bank Trail along Ross Lake connects State Route 20 (at milepost 138) to Hozomeen Campground. This trail takes multiple days to hike, and backcountry permits are required for overnight stays in the backcountry. HikingPopular trails in the Hozomeen area include the following:
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Last updated: June 23, 2025