Pass · North Cascades Hwy
Abernathy Pass
9.2 mi round trip2,727 ft gainHardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance9.2 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,727 ftTotal climb, round trip
Pass elevation6,349 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Abernathy Pass is a pass reached by a 9.2-mile round trip from Gilbert Trailhead. The route follows North Creek Trail, then Cedar Creek Trail to the pass.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Gilbert Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.