If you're looking for a quick day trip, there are a number of ways to enjoy Ross Lake including Boating, paddling, fishing, and hiking. Explore the options below to start planning your visit.

Jun 26, 2024 · The good thing is that with some good planning, you can easily visit North Cascades (and the adjacent Ross Lake) in a day. This guide will show you exactly how to do that so that you can make the most out of your day trip.

Feb 14, 2022 · It’s awesome even as a day trip with kids. Get to the RLR trailhead and hike down to the lake. From there you can walk across the top of Ross Dam (540’ tall if I remember right) and walk all the way to the resort (about a mile).

Whether you want to stay at the resort, boat, fish, hike among dense evergreen forests, or camp surrounded by nature in the backcountry you can plan an enjoyable, safe, and memorable visit to Ross Lake here. Choose an option below to begin your adventure.

Apr 17, 2019 · Learn about North Cascades National Parks Ross Lake Trail, with stunning lake views, granite peaks, and cozy camps. Day hike and backpacking options abound!

May 15, 2023 · Head on to Diablo Lake Overlook, and from there, hop on the ferry or take a short hike to the Ross Lake Recreational Center. Here you can go for a paddle or cast a line.

May 24, 2018 · A Ross Lake adventure may be the ultimate multi-day paddle in the North Cascades. With stellar views, remote wilderness, exceptional paddling and a variety of trails accessible from shore, spending 3-5 days with paddling, hiking and camping is easy.

Jan 16, 2025 · Most of these million visitors head to the Ross Lake National Recreation Area which encompasses not only the eponymous lake but also Highway 20, the main road through the park complex. You will probably spend most of your time in this part of the park complex as you drive down Highway 20.

We recommend hiking to experience your day on Ross Lake. Hike from the Ross Dam trailhead down to the gravel road, turn right, and hike to Ross Lake, approximately 1 mile from the trailhead.