Trail · Kettle River Range
Kettle Crest Trail North
58.9 mi round trip10,444 ft gainVery hardDay 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
Distance58.9 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain10,444 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point7,125 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Kettle Crest Trail North is a 58.9-mile round trip, out and back from Columbia Mountain Loop. The route follows Kettle Crest Trail North.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Most Colville National Forest trailheads are free. A few developed sites need a Northwest Forest Pass, so check the trailhead sign.
Getting there
The hike starts at Columbia Mountain Loop. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.