Heather - Maple Pass Loop
North Cascades
As of February 16, 2026, the Heather-Maple Pass Loop conditions are unavailable due to the season. The latest reports from late September 2025 indicate the trailhead parking lot was closed for repairs, with ample roadside parking. Facilities were unavailable.
In late September 2025, the trail was reported as dry with beautiful fall colors beginning to appear, though larches were just starting to turn. Flurries were noted at the summit on September 26th, and light snow was observed on October 27th, 2024, dusting the landscape. Visibility could be impacted by snow. Hiking boots and poles were recommended in late 2024, with the possibility of traction devices needed due to snow.
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We hiked this trail today with our 2 dogs and it was amazing. The colors are beautiful, although the larches are just starting to turn yellow. We went clockwise to get the steep out of the way and t...
There is plenty of parking on the side of the road. Trail was dry, and views at the top are worth the trip. Pay attention to the signs for revegetation and stay on the designated trail. Bathrooms clos...
Did this very popular hike on what may be one of our last beautiful summer weekends (at least Saturday was). As has been pointed out, the parking lot is closed for repairs. However, there is ample roo...
What a absolutely phenomenal hike this is. Definitely an all-time favorite! I look forward to coming back. There’s a good amount of fall color in the berry bushes and shrubs, but no larches turning ye...
We kicked off the hike around noon on Sunday, taking the trail counterclockwise. It was cloudy when we started, the parking lot was empty giving all the larch madness is gone. Heads up, though—none of...
We had some type 2 fun on Sat. We arrived at the TH at around 9:45a. There were many available parking places. There are 4 toilets - 2 had toilet paper and 2 didn't.We hiked counterclockwise . There w...
Even with the overcast day, I can understand why this trail is as popular as it is. Aside from the initial and final miles in the woods, it’s views on views on views. Endless mountain ranges, two lake...
We hiked counterclockwise to Heather Pass, had a quick lunch in the wind-chilled air, then back to the car the same way. No snow on the trail, although there were icy spots towards the top. By after...
We missed the Larch colors, for the most part, but the hike was still beautiful with ice and snow on the trees and the clouds coming and going.We left Seattle at 6:30am and arrived at the trail at 9:4...
I wouldn't say it's a hard Trail. Yes, there are rocks here and there. But you can get through, the main thing is to have good shoes.the path was dirty because there was snow before that passed and me...
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