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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: 206 m
  • Maximum elevation: 563 m
  • Elevation loss: 206 m
  • Minimum elevation: 378 m
  • 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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Trail profile

  • Distance: 3.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 206 m
  • Maximum elevation: 563 m
  • Elevation loss: 206 m
  • Minimum elevation: 378 m
  • 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

About this trail

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

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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: 44,308 m • Maximum elevation: 2,307 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

Lightweight Solo Tents - Backpacking tents designed for wild camping in the UK highlands
🧘Folding Sit Mats - Dry and warm seat for map-reading breaks on damp ground
📱Phone Mounts for Hiking - Secure mounts to carry your phone on trails
🔦LED Camping Lanterns - Illumination for reading maps inside your tent at night
🗺️Ordnance Survey Maps - Official UK maps for walking and outdoor activities

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