Place

East Bank Trail

A view of a lake with a forested shoreline.
Views along the East Bank Trail

NPS Photo

Quick Facts
Location:
State Route 20, Mile 138
Significance:
Hiking Trail

Parking - Auto, Trailhead

The forested trail crosses Ruby Creek and heads west towards Ross Lake (note: at this point you can also hike east out of the park towards Canyon Creek Trail for another forested walk). After 2.8 miles, the Ruby Arm Trail joins the East Bank Trail and heads north 28 miles (45 km) to Canada. Take the left most trail junction to a 0.5 mile (0.8 km) walk to Hidden Hand Camp to a rest site above Ross Lake.

  • Difficulty: Moderate. 
  • Distance and elevation: variable distance and elevation gain
  • Access: The trailhead is at milepost 138 on State Route 20.
  • Leashed dogs allowed.


Detailed trail description.

North Cascades National Park

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Last updated: April 13, 2021