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Recreation Region: Darrington Ranger District

Schweitzer Ski Route

This route is recommended for intermediate to advanced skiers. Follow Schweitzer Creek Road 4020 for 2.3 miles. At the junction with Forest Service road 4021, just past Schweitzer Creek, bear left and continue on road 4020 toward Boardman and Evan lakes. Lake Evan is only 100 yards along the trail and provides a peaceful wooded lake setting. Elevation gain is 1,200 – 2,800 feet. Allow six to eight hours for the nine-mile round-trip. No federal recreation pass required. Parking is limited at the junction of the Mountain Loop and Forest Service road 4020 and not allowed along the Mountain Loop Highway due to snowplow activity.

General Information

Front of the Verlot Public Service Center building

Address: 33515 Mtn. Loop Highway Granite Falls, WA 98252
Phone: (360) 691-7791
Hours: Friday - Monday from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Elevation

2,800 feet

Directions

Route follows the Schweitzer Creek Road 4020 that leaves the Mountain Loop Highway 15.5 miles east of Granite Falls, and 4.5 miles east of the Verlot Public Service Center.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 28th, 2025