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Pass · Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park

Shy Bear Pass

2.6 mi round trip965 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance2.6 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain965 ftTotal climb, round trip
Pass elevation1,413 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Shy Bear Pass is a pass reached by a 2.6-mile round trip from Jim Whittaker Wilderness Creek Trailhead. The route follows Wilderness Creek Trail, then Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trail to the pass.

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What you need

Parking and passes

No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.

Getting there

The hike starts at Jim Whittaker Wilderness Creek Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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