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Peak · Stevens Pass

Welldigger's Ass

4 mi round trip1,708 ft gainModerateDay 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

Distance4 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,708 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit5,272 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Welldigger's Ass is a peak reached by a 4-mile round trip from Yodelin Ski Area.

Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.

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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 Yodelin Ski Area. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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