Known as the 'American Alps,' North Cascades National Park showcases spectacular alpine trails and lakes in Washington.

No passport required; this breathtaking U.S. national park delivers all the drama of Patagonia in the Pacific Northwest.

Get your hiking gear ready, as North Cascades Highway is set to reopen for the season on Tuesday at 10 a.m., according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

If you try driving the North Cascades Highway the weekend of April 11, 2025, you’ll be met by a big gate blocking the road. Every winter, this scenic drive is closed due to heavy snow and ...