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 & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 15 mi (24.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,785 ft (544 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 45 min
- High point
- 2,543 ft (775 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Lightning Creek Stock Camp 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Lodgepole Campground 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Rainbow Point Campground 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Campsite: May Creek Stock Campground 7.8 mi (12.6 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 15 mi (24.1 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,785 ft (544 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,543 ft (775 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. No toilets mapped.
Is East Bank Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
What can you do on East Bank Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
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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- Devil's Junction Camp Access Ross Lake National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Castle Pass Pasayten Wilderness · Expert · 17.8 mi (28.7 km)
- Lightning Creek Trail Ross Lake National Recreation Area · Moderate · 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
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