What should I pack for the North Cascades National Park Tour?

Created by Shaka Guide, Modified on Thu, 30 Oct at 5:43 AM by Shaka Guide

  • Cell phone (with tour downloaded!)
  • Car charger
  • Phone mount for car
  • Flashlight - for a night hike to Ladder Creek Falls (optional) 
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Trekking poles (recommended if hiking to Blue Lake or Maple Pass)
  • Waterproof rain jacket or coat 
  • Non-cotton/waterproof or quick-dry pants
  • Dress in layers (layer with NON-cotton fabric like fleece/wool – for cooler weather or synthetic materials like nylon–for warmer weather). The key is to stay warm and dry! 
  • Hiking boots/sturdy shoes if you plan to hike
  • Sunscreen & sunglasses 
  • Hat
  • Water 
  • Snacks and/or picnic food (remember to pack up leftovers/don’t leave crumbs) 
  • First aid kit/medications
  • Emergency roadside assistance kit
  • Swimsuit and water shoes if interested in swimming in Diablo Lake (it’s very cold – even in the summer)

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