Peak · North Cascades Hwy
Black Peak
10.9 mi round trip4,906 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
Permits and reservations
Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
Camping overnightAllowed
No permit. Dispersed camping is generally allowed on national forest land unless posted otherwise. No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Source: official rules · Last checked Oct 2026 · Auto-checked
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
Distance10.9 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain4,906 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit8,921 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Black Peak is a peak reached by a 10.9-mile round trip from Rainy Pass Trailhead. The route follows Maple Pass Trail, then Wing Lake Trail, then Black Peak Route to the summit.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass, a $5 day pass, or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Rainy Pass Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.