Distance
7.0 miles roundtrip
Trail Guide
Skyline Divide Trail
7.0 mi roundtrip · 2,100 ft gain · Moderate · Skyline Divide
Trail Stats
Elevation Gain
2,100 ft
Highest Point
6,563 ft
Trailhead Elevation
4,300 ft
Difficulty
Moderate
Trail Type
Out And Back
Features
Wildflower meadows
Mount Baker views
Open ridge walking
Technical Notes
One of the best wildflower hikes in Washington. Trail climbs through forest then opens to expansive meadows along a high ridge with views of Mount Baker, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades. Road to trailhead is rough (FR-37). Snow on trail into mid-July. No shade on the ridge — bring sun protection.
Getting There
Trailhead
Skyline Divide Trailhead
FR-37, off SR-542 near Glacier
Parking: ~15 spaces
From Seattle
120 mi · 165 min drive
I-5 North to Exit 255 (SR-542 East). Follow to Glacier. Turn right on FR-37 (Deadhorse Rd) and follow 13 miles to the trailhead. Rough gravel road — high clearance recommended.
Planning Details
Best Season
July through October
Dogs Allowed
Yes
Required Pass
Northwest Forest Pass
Annual: $30.00 · Day: $5.00
Mountain
Skyline Divide · 6,563 ft · North Cascades
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