Chinook Scenic Byway
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Yakima County, WA
Point-to-point trail in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Yakima County, WA. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 91.2 mi (146.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,318 ft (1,621 m)
- Est. Time
- 32 hr 5 min
- High point
- 5,436 ft (1,657 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Spring 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Greenwater Campground 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Mount Rainier Viewpoint 24 mi (38.6 km) from start
- Campsite: The Dalles Campground 25 mi (40.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Skookum Falls Viewpoint 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: Silver Creek Guard Station 31.8 mi (51.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 37.6 mi (60.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 39.7 mi (63.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 41.3 mi (66.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: Tipsoo Lake Trail Trailhead 43.7 mi (70.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 43.7 mi (70.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Naches Peak Loop Trailhead 43.7 mi (70.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 44 mi (70.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 44.3 mi (71.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Chinook Pass Overlook Trailhead 44.4 mi (71.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Lodgepole Campground 51.8 mi (83.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Salmon Cove Group Campground 57.9 mi (93.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Hell's Crossing Campground 58.5 mi (94.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Pine Needle Campground 61.2 mi (98.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Indian Flat Group Campground 64.6 mi (104 km) from start
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Questions about Chinook Scenic Byway
How long is Chinook Scenic Byway?
Chinook Scenic Byway is 91.2 mi (146.8 km) long. Most people take about 32 hr 5 min. It climbs 5,318 ft (1,621 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,436 ft (1,657 m).
How hard is Chinook Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Chinook Scenic Byway?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Chinook Scenic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 16.4 mi (26.3 km), 17.8 mi (28.7 km), 18 mi (29 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Chinook Scenic Byway shaded?
Partly shaded (46% under trees).
What can you do on Chinook Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Chinook Scenic Byway?
Lift Espresso, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Ski Mountain Sports, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Chinook Scenic Byway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Cal Magnusson Trail Pinnacle Peak Park · Moderate · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- Tower Loop Pinnacle Peak Park · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Rainier Trail Pinnacle Peak Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Southern Trail Pinnacle Peak Park · Moderate · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Rim Trail Mud Mountain Dam Recreation Area · Easy · 3.1 mi (4.9 km)
- Bog Trail Mud Mountain Dam Recreation Area · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Vista Trail Mud Mountain Dam Recreation Area · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
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