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A challenging scramble to the summit of Del Campo Peak from Gothic Basin, offering stunning views of the North Cascades and beyond. Learn about the trail, difficulty, parking, and gear required for this adventure.
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Del Campo Peak is a challenging 10.7-mile out-and-back hike in Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest near Granite Falls, Washington. The trail features a technical scramble, a lake, a waterfall, and a panoramic view of the mountains and valleys.
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- Granite Falls, Washington, United States
- Overview
- The Standard Route
- Getting There
- Red Tape
- When to Climb
- Camping
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Starting Point: Barlow Pass (2400') Mid Point: Foggy Lake (5200') Summit Elevation: Del Campo Peak (6613') Round Trip Distance: 11 miles Summit pinnacle: Class 3 - 4 Rock Scrambling
Depending on the year, the trail to Gothic Basin should be clear and easy to follow to its end at Foggy Lake by the end of July. Make sure to bring a map and compass especially earlier in the season when snow makes the upper trail impossible to follow. The trail peters out when you reach Gothic Basin. There are several smaller tarns just below Fogg...
Directions:
Follow the Mountain Loop Highway from Granite Falls 30 miles, all the way to Barlow Pass (elevation 2400 feet), right across the street from the Goat Lake trail head. Park near the pullout and gate. Hike the Monte Cristo Road for about one mile (please see the red tape section wash-out details) to the South Fork Sauk River crossing where the Weden Creek Trail (FST 724) begins. Some folks will prefer to use a bicycle on this old road. FST 724 starts out gently as it follows Weden Creek for abo...
NW Forest Pass required at Trail head (Barlow Pass) The Monte Cristo road is now gated adding one mile each way to the hike. The road is washed out in two places and there are large mud/clay slides to cross before reaching the trail head. Exercise caution when crossing and beware of loose ground. There is a new trail forming that skirts a larger se...
Climb May thru October/November. Or climb it all year if you can get to the trailhead. In the winter, be aware of current avalanche conditions.
Camping is allowed in Gothic Basin and around Foggy Lake. Please practice the leave no trace policy. Pack it in pack it out.
Del Campo Peak is a 6613-foot mountain in Washington, United States, with a standard route from Foggy Lake involving class 3-4 rock scrambling. The web page provides detailed information on the route, directions, red tape, weather, and photos of the peak.
Del Campo Peak is a prominent summit near the western edge of the North Cascades, in Snohomish County of Washington state. It is located south of Barlow Pass along the Mountain Loop Highway near the Monte Cristo area. It is situated on land administered by the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
Jul 22, 2020 · A trip report of a day hike and scramble to Del Campo Peak from Gothic Basin in the North Cascades. The report includes details on trail conditions, gear, route finding, and water sources.
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This was what Del Campo Peak looked like at 9:40am on 8/07/23: My ascent to Gothic Basin was super fast (as was the extension to Foggy Lake), but my time from Foggy Lake to the summit was 1 hour, 50 minutes, which is incredibly slow.
Learn how to climb Del Campo Peak, a popular fourth-class summit near Seattle, Washington. Find out the best season, route, gear, and tips for this adventure.
