North Cascades Highway Opens April 22, 2025
Stevens Pass in Winter
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SR 20 North Cascades Highway spring reopening set for Tuesday, April 22, 2025

WINTHROP – State Route 20 North Cascades Highway will reopen between Ross Dam trailhead and Silver Star gate (milepost 134-171) on Tuesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. The pass closed for winter on Nov. 18, 2024.

For those planning to travel the North Cascades Highway, remember to always travel for conditions, turn on headlights, and stay alert for other drivers, motorcyclists, and bicyclists. Most United States Forest Service and National Park Service facilities remain closed at this time. There is no cell service through the mountain passes.

Due to the limited seasonal work window, travelers should also be prepared to encounter maintenance or project work on the route throughout the season. Check the real time travel map for current travel conditions.

Stevens Pass in Winter

Stevens Pass Road Alerts

Be sure to check the road conditions when traveling over Stevens Pass from the west side to the east side of the Cascade Loop:

https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/Stevens

Traffic Impacts and Road Advisories

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) does an amazing job of keeping our roadways safe and well-maintained. They also are an essential partner in keeping us and our travelers informed about any accidents, closures, or other issues that can impact the normal flow of traffic. Be sure to check out your itinerary using the following resources before you head out!

Washington State Department of Transportation

WSDOT Resources

Traffic Alerts

Stevens Pass Road and Mountain Info

US2 Traffic Impacts

I5 Traffic Alerts

Estimated Travel Times

Anacortes Ferry Terminal

Clinton Ferry Terminal

Coupeville Ferry Terminal

Mukilteo Ferry Terminal

Winter Driving Tips


Be Prepared for Smoke Season

No one can see the future, but you can plan the best vacation possible with travel alert resources on this page

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Video made possible in part with assistance from Okanogan County Tourism and Chelan County Tourism Hotel-Motel Tax funds