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SaveThe Stehekin valley has long served as a passageway for travelers, linking Washington’s interior wilderness to the rugged Cascade Mountains. Today Stehekin offers vistors an escape from the hustle of the modern day world. Nestled at the headwaters of Lake Chelan, the third deepest lake in the United States, the Stehekin community lives life a little slower.
There are no roads into Stehekin. Connected to the outside world only by foot, boat or plane, the voyage to Stehekin is part of the experience and once you’ve arrived, a variety of historical, cultural, and outdoor activities will connect you with the majestic surroundings. Stehekin serves as a hub to explore the 61,949-acre Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and a gateway to the rest of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex, Stephen Mather Wilderness, and adjacent National Forest Wilderness Areas.
There are no roads into Stehekin. Connected to the outside world only by foot, boat or plane, the voyage to Stehekin is part of the experience and once you’ve arrived, a variety of historical, cultural, and outdoor activities will connect you with the majestic surroundings. Stehekin serves as a hub to explore the 61,949-acre Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and a gateway to the rest of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex, Stephen Mather Wilderness, and adjacent National Forest Wilderness Areas.
source: North Cascades NP | Stehekin
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Activities Click to view
- Hike
60 trails
- Mountain Bike
4 trails
- Horse
26 trails
- Trail Running
53 trails
- Snowshoe
10 trails
- Backcountry Ski
10 trails
Region Details
- 3
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Sep 4, 2025Stats
- Trails (view details)
- 60
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 4
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 1
- Trails Horse
- 26
- Trails Hike
- 60
- Trails Trail Running
- 53
- Trails Snowshoe
- 10
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 10
- Total Distance
- 198 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 57 miles
- Total Descent
- 23,796 ft
- Total Vertical
- 7,931 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 9,034 ft
- Reports
- 5
- Photos
- 31
- Completed Counter
- 930
Articles
The Best Road Trips to Take This Summer Across the U.S.
Jul 3, 2025 from outsideonline.com
An expert roadtripper's guide to the best American road trips based on their proximity to adventure—from fly fishing holes to flowy singletrack...
The 9 Best Swimming Holes in Our National Parks
Jun 20, 2025 from outsideonline.com
From waterfalls to deep plunge pools, here the best natural pools for cooling off this summer in national parks.
Lake Chelan National Recreation Area: Coon Lake
Sep 20, 2013 from backpacker.com
Climb above the Stehekin River Valley, passing rugged cliffs and bird's-eye views, to a remote mountain lake at the foot of McGregor Mountain.
America's Best-Kept Secrets: Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness, WA
Feb 28, 2011 from backpacker.com
→ In An alpine park that’s as scenic—but not as stormy—as its famous neighbor ← OutNorth Cascades National Park’s fickle weather Hike...
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Lake Chelan National Rec. Area (North Cascades N.P.)
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Popular Stehekin Mountain Biking Trails
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 279 ft • 0 ft • • hike
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 7 miles • 152 ft •
Less popular green difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 322 ft • 5 ft • • hike
Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 400 ft • • hike
Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions.
Stehekin Mountain Bike Routes
4 miles • 485 ft • 1 • Out & Back •
This pleasant trail offers an almost level walk to a grassy forested lake set in the rocky basin beneath...
Photos of Stehekin Mountain Bike
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Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| markholloway | add | event | activity #103490589 | Sep 10, 2026 @ 11:25am Sep 10, 2026 |
| hondomph51 | add | photo | activity #102851308 and 8 more | Sep 1, 2026 @ 3:24pm Sep 1, 2026 |
| hondomph51 | add | photo | activity #102823898 and 1 more | Sep 1, 2026 @ 8:37am Sep 1, 2026 |
| hondomph51 | add | photo | activity #102372518 and 9 more | Aug 26, 2026 @ 11:34am Aug 26, 2026 |
| adias596 | wishlist | route | activity #97160380 | Jun 16, 2026 @ 8:43pm Jun 16, 2026 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 4 | 8 miles | 830 ft | 5 miles | 4,173 ft | #14,087 | #159 | 3 | 1 | 140 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 1 | 5 miles | 1,677 ft | |||||||||
| Horse | 26 | 94 miles | 13,875 ft | 34 miles | 7,920 ft | #764 | #26 | 1 | ||||
| Hike | 60 | 198 miles | 23,796 ft | 57 miles | 7,933 ft | #781 | #27 | 31 | 5 | 13 | 1,169 | |
| Trail Running | 53 | 191 miles | 22,618 ft | 55 miles | 7,710 ft | #1,059 | #31 | 5 | 3 | 87 | ||
| Snowshoe | 10 | 17 miles | 1,257 ft | 2 miles | 6,880 ft | #973 | #20 | 1 | ||||
| Backcountry Ski | 10 | 17 miles | 1,257 ft | 2 miles | 6,880 ft | #511 | #11 | 88 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Stehekin?
Stehekin has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Stehekin?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Stehekin are:
- Bullion Trail (0/5)
- Upper Stehekin Valley Trail (0/5)
- Bridge Creek Alt (0/5)
- Rainbow Lake Camp Trail (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Stehekin?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Stehekin are:
- July (11 activities)
- June (8 activities)
- October (6 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Stehekin?
There are 5 parking locations listed in Stehekin. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Stehekin?
The longest trail in Stehekin is Upper Stehekin Valley Trail at 6.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Stehekin?
The best hiking trails in Stehekin are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Stehekin?
The best trail running trails in Stehekin are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Stehekin?
Stehekin has a total of 60 trails. Of those, 4 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Stehekin to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Stehekin?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Stehekin is Bullion Trail with 400 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Stehekin?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Stehekin is Upper Stehekin Valley Trail with 734 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Stehekin?
Stehekin supports the following activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Stehekin?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Stehekin is Bullion Trail with an average grade of 3.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Stehekin?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Stehekin. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Stehekin?
Out of 3 trails:
- Clear / Green: 3
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Stehekin?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Stehekin are: View all mountain biking routes in Stehekin.
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What type of bike is most common in Stehekin?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Stehekin are:
- AM (2 activities)
- XC (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Stehekin?
The highest summit in Stehekin is McGregor Mountain at 8,084 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Stehekin?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Stehekin are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Stehekin?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Stehekin are:
- Bullion Trail (0/5)
- Upper Stehekin Valley Trail (0/5)
- Rainbow Lake Camp Trail (0/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Boston Peak Summit
- War Creek Pass Summit
- Rainbow Meadows Camp Camping
- Rainbow Meadows Group Camp Camping
- Rainbow Meadows Stock Camp Camping
- Basin Creek Camp Camping
- Cottonwood Camp Camping
- Pelton Basin Camp Camping
- Shale Mountain Summit
- Eldorado Peak Summit
- McGregor Mountain (8,084 ft)
- McGregor Mountain-West Peak (8,005 ft)
- McAlester Mountain (7,894 ft)
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