Ross Lake National Recreation Area

Ross Lake National Recreation area is marked by jagged peaks, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls and magnificent glaciers. United together with Lake Chelan and North Cascades National Park by a contiguous overlay of Stephen Mather Wilderness, the beauty of Ross Lake provides a rich tapestry for visitor experience of all abilities and interests. The trails and vast undeveloped wilderness allow visitors to experience nature with minimal human-caused intrusions.

Park Acreage: 

117574

Visitor Count: 

265022

Visitor Count Year Recorded: 

2006

Has Volunteer Program: 

Yes

Has Recycling: 

Yes

Has Shuttle System: 

Yes

Park Sights: 

Diablo Lake

Entrance Fees: 

Free

Nearest Major City: 

Newhalem, WA

Gateway Communities: 

Marblemount, WA; Rockport, WA

Nearby Airports: 

SeaTac International Airport (SEA)