Goat Rocks
Goat Rocks is a dramatic high-elevation ridge in Washington straddling Gifford-Pinchot and Wenatchee national forests. Known for difficult crossings, glacial lakes, and trail-adrift wildflower displays, it's a destination for advanced hikers, climbers, and backcountry skiers. Accessed via the Pacific Crest Trail and local trailheads, prepare for variable weather and remote terrain.
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Geography
| Address | Goat Rocks Wilderness, Washington, USAGoat Rocks Wilderness |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Northwest Coast |
| Subregion | Pacific Northwest |
| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Skamania County and Yakima County |
| District | Gifford Pinchot National Forest and Wenatchee National Forest |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 46.753 |
| Longitude | -121.473 |
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11:51 AM LOCAL TIMEGoat Rocks is a stubbornly scenic high-alpine landscape in south-central Washington, where the Pacific Crest Trail crosses into the states’ most dramatic ridges and river valleys. The region is characterized by granitic spires, cold glacial lakes, and long, exposed crossings, making it a magnet for experienced hikers and adventure travelers. Routes like the Cascade Pass–Goat Lakes via the Pacific Crest Trail and dedicated side trails require navigation skill and good fitness, but reward with panoramic mountain views and access to backcountry slopes. The terrain varies from near 10,200-foot summit elevations to forested trailheads around 4,000 feet, linked across a sized (~44 square mile) and geologically complex landscape. Be prepared for rapid weather changes, high-impact trail use in summer, and remote wilderness conditions; gear accordingly and check current conditions before you go.
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