Fagin's Hike of the Week- Alpine Lookout

Updated 10-14-2014

Alpine Lookout is east of Stevens Pass and offers great views of Glacier Peak. There might be several inches on new snow at the top (at 6200 feet). Best days for views is Thursday and perhaps Sunday.

View of Glacier Peak from the top

Weather station shelter

Lookout is closed for season, Frank (dog) is looking for some food

Driving Directions: Driving on US 2 from Stevens Pass continue east for 17 miles to the Nason Creek Rest Area and just past there, about a quarter mile beyond, turn left onto unsigned and easy-to-miss Forest Road 6910 (there is a row of mailboxes). Cross Nason Creek and stay on the main road and at about 4.5 miles from US 2 go right onto a narrow, rough road and in about .2 miles you have reached the  trailhead which is about 4.7 miles from US 2.

Trail stats: Go on trail number 1529 and go 1.6 miles to junction of Nason Ridge trail (#1583). Turn left (west) and go 3.3 miles to junction on the right. Finally, go short .3 miles to the top. 10.4  miles roundtrip and 2600 feet gain.


Disclaimer: There are many factors which you should consider in deciding whether to proceed with an outing, including the visible weather at the trailhead, the strength and experience of the party, snow and avalanche conditions, route conditions, etc. You are the final decision maker whether to proceed. West Coast Weather, LLC dba Washington Online Weather cannot be held liable for loss or injury arising from your decision to proceed, and expressly disclaims all liability related thereto. Redmond, Washington USA. Also, please bring map-compass and GPS to help with trail directions as our directions are our best estimate.

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