East Bank Trail
Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Whatcom County, WA
Point-to-point trail in Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Whatcom County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 17.9 mi (28.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,648 ft (807 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 5 min
- High point
- 2,897 ft (883 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Lodgepole Campground 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Lightning Creek Stock Camp 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Deerlick Camp 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Nightmare 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Willow Lake 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about East Bank Trail
How long is East Bank Trail?
East Bank Trail is 17.9 mi (28.9 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,648 ft (807 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,897 ft (883 m).
How hard is East Bank Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for East Bank Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on East Bank Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is East Bank Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on East Bank Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for East Bank Trail?
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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