Thunder Knob Trail in Ross Lake National Recreation Area

The Thunder Knob Trail in Washington's Ross Lake National Recreation Area offers a delightful hiking experience suitable for families and casual hikers. The path meanders through a lush forest of Douglas-fir, red cedar, and western hemlock, providing a cool and shaded environment. As you ascend, the trail opens up to reveal stunning vistas of Diablo Lake's turquoise waters, framed by the rugged peaks of Davis Peak, Ruby Mountain and Jack Mountain. The well-maintained trail features benches at scenic viewpoints, allowing hikers to pause and fully appreciate the breathtaking surroundings. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake #Overlook

Distance: 3.6 mi
Elevation gain: 676 ft
Maximum elevation: 1,847 ft
Elevation loss: 676 ft
Minimum elevation: 1,240 ft

Moving time: 1 h 35 m
Moving speed: 2.3 mph
Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
Total time: 1 h 43 m
Global speed: 2.1 mph

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Name: Thunder Knob Trail in Ross Lake National Recreation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Colonial Creek North Campground, North Cascades Highway, Whatcom County, Washington, United States (48.69053 -121.09872)

End: Colonial Creek North Campground, North Cascades Highway, Whatcom County, Washington, United States (48.69050 -121.09870)

Coordinates: 48.69050 -121.10810 48.70473 -121.09870

Topography: Whatcom County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Northern part of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

United States > Oregon > Klamath County

Hike on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail from Crater Lake to Canada Border through Oregon and Washington along the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. #Hiking #Mountain #SierraNevada #Cascade #Nature #Forest #Park #PCT

Distance: 744.6 mi • Elevation gain: 145,367 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,569 ft