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The Top Five Hiking Trails In North Cascades National Park, According To Reviewers

Reviewers are raving about these hikes in Washington's North Cascades National Park with turquoise lakes, rugged peaks, and ...
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7 Family-Friendly Washington Campgrounds in the Cascades Perfect for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

If you’re looking for a great place to camp with your family, the Cascades in Washington offer plenty of options. You can...
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7 Forested Washington Trails in the Cascades Worth a Hike for Nature Lovers

If you’re looking to escape into nature and explore some of Washington’s most beautiful forested trails, the Cascades offer plenty of options.... The post 7 Forested Washington Trails in the Cascades ...
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Hiker found 'alive and well' after missing a month in national park

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — A hiker was found "alive and well" in North Cascades National Park a month after he was reported missing. The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) was notified Aug. 3 by the ...

I've been to several 'dupes' for Switzerland around the US, but none beat the Alpine feel of Washington's North Cascades

America's best mountain area with European Alpine vibes is North Cascades National Park in Washington. It feels like a ...
Kitsap Sun

Washington national park ranks as top 'hidden gem' travel spot in US, report finds

North Cascades National Park in Washington was named a top 20 affordable "hidden gem" national park for vacations in the U.S., according to a new report. The park, located under three hours from ...
Idaho State Journal

Campfire ban set for North Cascades National Park

Starting Thursday, campfires will not be allowed in North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. According to a news release from the ...
The Bulletin

OSU-Cascades receives $2 million to monitor national park ecological data

A view of Wizard Island at Crater Lake National Park in June 2021. Oregon State University-Cascades in Bend has been awarded a $2 million grant to analyze ecological data collected from national parks ...