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Rainy Pass North Trailhead (PCT)

This trailhead in forested area, gives access to the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 north of Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and south of Pasayten Wilderness.

General Information

Not accessible during the winter season when North Cascades Scenic Highway (State Route 20) is closed. 

Recreation passes honored: Digital Day Pass, Northwest Forest Pass, and Interagency Recreation Passes.

Bicycles are not allowed on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail

Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual

Payment options: Recreation Pass or Scan & Pay*

*Suggestion: Download the recreation.gov app before your trip to have the ability to Scan & Pay on-site, even without service.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 48.5153

Longitude: -120.73601

Elevation

4,880 feet

Directions

From Winthrop, drive State Route 20 west about 35 miles to Rainy Pass, turn right onto the short road to this trailhead on the northside of the highway.

Parking

Hitch rails available

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Day Hikes Info

Access to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

Backpacking Info

Access to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

Horseback Riding Info

Access to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

Last updated September 12, 2025