Van Epps Pass

4.9/5 (15 reviews)
Located in the Salmon La Sac Recreation Area of the Okanogan - Wenatchee National Forest, Van Epps Pass trail is just North of Roslyn, Washington, home of the hit TV show Northern Exposure. The trail is only accessible for four-wheel-drive vehicles from the middle of June till November. This trail...Read More
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Highlights of Van Epps Pass

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
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Mine Category IconMine
Mud Category IconMud
Rock Category IconRock
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
5892 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
06/15 - 11/15
Best Direction
East
Official Trail Name
4W302
Nearest Town
Ronald
Nearest Services
Ronald
Management Agency
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
District
Cle Elum Ranger District

Overview

Located in the Salmon La Sac Recreation Area of the Okanogan - Wenatchee National Forest, Van Epps Pass trail is just North of Roslyn, Washington, home of the hit TV show Northern Exposure. The trail is only accessible for four-wheel-drive vehicles from the middle of June till November. This trail, combined with several other great trails in the area, makes for an excellent day trip. Van Epps Pass has several technical sections that can present the driver with some challenges, including a drive up a dry creek-bed and some stream crossings. The fantastic views of the surrounding snow-covered mountains and picturesque alpine meadows reward those that take on the challenges of Van Epps Pass.

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