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Recreation Region: Chelan Ranger District

Agnes Gorge Trail

Agnes Gorge trail is a great day hike for visitors to the Stehekin Valley. This trail begins 500 feet from the Highbridge Campground out of the Lake Chelan Recreational Area in North Cascades National Park

The trail treks through diverse forests with flowing streams and beautiful wildflowers during the spring and summer months. After entering into the Glacier Peak Wilderness at about the 2 mile mark there is an impressive view of Agnes Creek. Finish the last half mile to see a view of a waterfall. The main trail terminates at the chasm of Agnes Gorge.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

1281

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

Green Trails Maps - McGregor Mountain

An overnight backcountry permit is needed when camping within the National Park.

  • Wilderness regulations apply within Glacier Peak Wilderness.
  • No camping on Agnes Gorge Trail; nearest camping is High Bridge campground in the National Park. 

Chelan Ranger District office entrance area with view of Lake Chelan behind the office.

Address: 428 W. Woodin Avenue Chelan, WA 98816
Phone: (509) 682-4900
Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed for lunch from 11 to 11:30 a.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

From Chelan, boat approximately 50 miles up lake to Stehekin (there are no roads that connect the City of Chelan to Stehekin). Hike or ride up the Stehekin Valley Road for 11 miles to High Bridge Campground.

Note:
The majority of The Chelan Ranger District hiking and camping areas are only accessible by boat or ferry. The Lady of the Lake provides up lake travel from Chelan to Stehekin with stops available at Fields Point, Prince Creek, Moore Point, and Lucerne. Please check their website for availability, fees, and scheduling. Lady of the Lake

The National Park Service runs is a shuttle bus service from the Golden West Visitor Center to High Bridge Campground.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 4, 2026