Are dogs allowed on Cascade Loop?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Cascade Loop but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Cascade Loop?

No, Cascade Loop does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cascade Loop?

Cascade Loop is rated moderate. It is 1.8 miles long with 374 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Cascade Loop suitable for kids?

Yes, Cascade Loop is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateLoop

New Hampshire

Cascade Loop

New London, New Hampshire

1.8 mi

Distance

374 ft

Elev. Gain

47m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Cascade Loop Scenic Byway is a 440-mile-long (710 km) National Scenic Byway and Washington State Scenic and Recreational Highway encircling the North Cascades in the U.S. state of Washington. It follows eight different numbered highways:US 2 from Everett to Sunnyslope; US 97 Alternate from Sunnyslope to Chelan; US 97 from Chelan to Pateros; SR 153 from Pateros to Twisp; SR 20 from Twisp to Coupeville; SR 525 from Coupeville to Mukilteo; SR 526 from Mukilteo to Everett; and I-5 in Everett

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:260 ft

Max:364 ft

114 ft

113 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.