Nason Ridge Trail #1583

Overview

This scenic trail travels the length of Nason Ridge, offering high alpine terrain throughout. The trail offers an abundance of panoramic views while traveling near the crest of Nason Ridge. The trail provides access to the Alpine Fire Lookout, which is still active. Also, from the trail, Merritt Lake, Lost Lake, Crescent Lake and Rock Lake can all be accessed and provides nice lakeside camping. <br><br>On the west end of the ridge, where the trail meets the Snowy Creek Trail, you can scramble to the summit of Rock Mountain, which is the site of an old fire lookout. The lookout is no longer there, but the summit provides great views of the cascade range.

Trail Stats

Duration
10.5 hr
Length
28.2 km
Elevation Gain
2082 m
High Point
2086 m
Low Point
599 m
Grade

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Tags

dog-friendly Singletrack