May 28 Skagit River Gorge/Diablo Lake

8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Moderate. 6 to 8.2 miles with 800 to 1600 ft elevation gain depending on route taken. Dogs allowed on leash. No pass required.

This hike begins and ends near the North Cascade Environmental Learning Center above Diablo Dam. Hike 2.9 miles (about 800 ft total elevation gain) east to the Ross Dam Viewpoint near the power lines or 4.1 miles (about 1600 ft total elevation gain) east to the Skagit River. Great views of the Skagit River Gorge along the way. Meet at 8:00 am on the east side of the Sedro-Woolley Food Pavilion parking lot. Proceed to Highway 20 and drive east 62 miles and then turn left onto Diablo Dam Road. Return to cars by 2:00 pm. All cars are to wait until all hikers have returned safely before leaving. Be sure to check for ticks after the hike. For information on trail and weather conditions, visit Diablo Lake — Washington Trails Association.