Sahale Arm via Cascade Pass

To get to this hike, go to Marblemount, WA. Then, drive ~23 miles east on Cascade River Road until the end, the Cascade Pass Trailhead. Even before you hit the trail, you'll get an amazing view of Johannesburg Mountain.

Once you're ready to get going, the initial 3.7 miles of this hike to Cascade Pass are moderate in difficulty. If you're headed out with the family, this is a doable day hike as long as your end goal is Cascade Pass. The first two miles will get you moving a bit as you'll climb up 1400 feet. From here, the trail levels out for the next 1.7 miles.

If you're up for continuing to Sahale Arm, get ready for the first mile to gain around 800 feet. You'll eventually reach a junction with the trail down to Doubtful Lake. Stay to the left on the Sahale Arm trail and don't lose the elevation you've gained as you continue to climb. Eventually, you'll make it to the base of Sahale Glacier. If you don't have the appropriate climbing gear, be sure to stay off it and enjoy the amazing views from the top.

If you're heading up to the Cascade Pass, be sure to see if the road is closed or snow-covered. The best time to go on this hike is mid-summer through fall.