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Forbidden Peak Trail
ExpertOut and Back

Forbidden Peak Trail

Marblemount, Washington

6.9 mi

Distance

5,476 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 1m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Forbidden Peak Trail is a challenging 6.9-mile out-and-back trail located in the stunning North Cascades National Park near Marblemount. This trail is designed for experienced hikers due to its significant elevation gain of 5,476 feet, making it suitable for those seeking a strenuous adventure. With a maximum elevation of 2,483 meters, hikers will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding rugged terrain and jagged peaks characteristic of the North Cascades.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gaintechnical terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:999 ft
Max:2,483 ft
1,669 ft
1,669 ft
999 ft1,494 ft1,988 ft2,483 ft0.0 mi1.7 mi3.5 mi5.2 mi6.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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  • Operator:360-854-7200
  • Address:810 State Route 20 · Sedro-Woolley, WA · 98284
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Highlights

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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.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Washington hunting page

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