Trail · Pasayten Wilderness
Windy Peak Trail
23.2 mi round trip5,566 ft gainVery hardDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
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Day hikeFree self-issue
Fill out the free wilderness permit at the trailhead kiosk.
OvernightFree self-issue
No reservation. Use the same free permit, keep groups to 12 or fewer, and camp at least 200 ft from water.
Pasayten Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance23.2 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain5,566 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point8,021 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Windy Peak Trail is a 23.2-mile round trip, out and back from Windy Peak Trailhead. The route follows Windy Peak Trail.
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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 Windy Peak Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.