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Peak · Mount Baker

Sauk Mountain

3.6 mi round trip1,173 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

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

Distance3.6 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,173 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit5,542 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Sauk Mountain is a peak reached by a 3.6-mile round trip from Sauk Mountain Trailhead. The route follows Sauk Mountain Trail to the summit.

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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).

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Getting there

The hike starts at Sauk Mountain Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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