Diablo Lake is undoubtedly stunning. It's most notable feature is its gorgeous turquoise color,…read morecaused by the reflection of "rock flour". We saw the lake in its full glory both on a sunny and cloudy day - and it is spectacular in any weather. We accessed the lake in two ways - once directly to the lake via campground, and then the second time (drove around it) to the vista point where you can get a full view. Enjoy!

What a beautiful place to visit in North Cascades National Park!!…read more Pictures do not do this beautiful lake justice. This water is unlike anything I have ever seen before - so green and clear and so unique to North Cascades. We just enjoyed the lake from the overlook, but we saw many more people also going down to the lake. If you don't have time to do much in North Cascades, taking the time to simply enjoy Diablo Lake is a must-stop and well-worth the time.

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An all around great facility. The lake is perfect to swim or boat in, lots of trails (including a…read moregreat waterfall trail) and places to lay out and get some sun.

First off if you are looking for an easy hike that leads to a beautiful view this is your hike…read more Plenty of parking , bathrooms and easy start point signs. We got recommended this hike and wow could not have been more excited to see this place. It didn't disappoint at all, it was not a hard hike at all. Make sure when you get to the end you walk the 300 feet to actually see the ice cave but stay clear from it as they are definitely dangerous. We went on 10/12/25 and the foliage was still turning and looking beautiful...

This is a awesome family-friendly stroll. The path has some paved areas, some boardwalks, and the…read moremajority is gravel. There is a bridge to cross the river so you no longer have to ford the river and get wet. I didn't encounter any flying bugs, although I brought bug repellent just in case. There was only one large arch, and you could see water dripping down from the roof. Even though there are many signs warning about the danger of getting close to the ice caves, many people were entering below the arched icy snow. People have died here because it only takes half a second for a piece of ice to fall, or fall and slide along an icy path to careen on top of people before they have a chance to react. A few days ago, a large piece of ice did fall, and luckily no one was hurt. There are huckleberries along the path, and gorgeous foxglove flowers. I can't wait to hike this during the winter months when there's more snow. Maybe the toilets will be less smelly as a bonus!

We took photos because the reflection of the trees on the lake was breathtakingly beautiful. In…read morefact, the background was so perfect that it almost seems like we are standing in front of an oil painting in a museum.

Beautiful lake. One place for park and picnic area, second portion of it about 1 mile south for…read moreramps. You will need the Discover pass to park on the second one or WDFW Vehicle Access Pass. Plenty of parking, accessible restrooms and shaded areas. Very pretty. Gets congested quite easily and fast. Get there early! Not on a weekend or holiday unless you are into crowds!

Beautiful and peaceful State Park…read more We were heading to North Cascades Park and saw the sign for Rockport. We try to check out any state parks we can, so we made an impromptu turn in. There were only a couple cars in the lot, and no one in sight. As I was in the bathroom...which by the way, as another reviewer mentioned, were some of the cleanest I've ever seen in a park...my husband was checking out the trail map. Knowing my deep affinity for trees, especially the elderly ones, he had quickly made the decision we were taking a short trail while here. We took off across the highway to Sauk Springs Trail to see the old grandmother cedar. The trail was a bit muddy at times but nothing tragic. A narrow, serene path winds through the old growth forest passing by the GORGEOUS old cedar and continuing on the loop back to the park entrance. On our way back to the van we noticed a sign about the now closed campground portion of the park. Personally I loved the idea that rather than destroy the precious old growth trees that had become fragile, the park decided in 2007 to close the campground, letting nature have its home while letting hikers still take in the beauty via foot or by driving through. As we left we did just that, drove a loop through the old campgrounds...so cool to see nature slowly reclaiming the space. This park is beautiful. Pristine grounds and lovely trails. Definitely a great place to stop by for a picnic, a hike, and to check out old Grandmother!

A tour of Rockport State Park is a tour of the old growth Pacific Northwest forests, with trees so…read moretall most of the views will be looking up. For the first part of our exploration of this state park we simply stood in the parking lot and looked up, watching the tops of the trees hundreds of feet up sway in the wind. It almost seemed as though they had reached their final height, not able to grow any taller without breaking off. Some of the trees had tested their limits and crashed to the ground. The campground in the state park was permanently closed because massive limbs falling hundreds of feet will punch through any RV on the market. After staring up at the trees for a while, we decided to drive through the park. It was weird to the see the old campsites, looking like they were slowly returning to the forest, scattered amongst the dense forest. Some of the trees are 400-600 years old, giving any observer a true feeling of what the forest must've felt like before the lumber industry moved in.

Super easy, kid friendly, flat surface trail…read more Loved the artwork and reading about the artist

What a nice & peaceful sanctuary to wander around & lose track of time. There are QR codes to scan…read moreto find out more about the artist & the installation. Free admission but donations are definitely welcome. The parking lot is quite small & was full when we arrived late in the afternoon. There's a little area to write your thoughts, so we dedicated a haiku to this sculpture forest.

My mom and I stopped here and at the nearby Rockport State Park recently on Wednesday 1 July 2020…read more We arrived in the morning just before 11 a.m., it had been a rainy morning and we managed to get here in a brief window where the rain stopped. It was still overcast, but no rain can be a plus when out hiking. The entrance to the park is well marked and there is a parking lot for those who are at the park for day use like we were. After parking our car we set out to explore the trails down to the river and back. Informational signs spot the trail and provide background and helpful tidbits if you are on the look-out for wildlife or their tracks. The mosquitos were fiercest at the parking lot and a number of them bit me through my clothing. Coming back I'd wear more layers or insect repellent if trying not to get bit. The trail we walked ran along the Skagit River for a short bit then twisted through the woods and back to the parking lot. On the way out to the Skagit River we passed a clearing. The grass was tall in the clearing center, but around the edges the grass had been cut to provide a walking path if one so yearned. We encountered mostly birds on our visit in terms of wildlife. The park itself wasn't too busy when we arrived, but we started to see more people by the time we departed. Restrooms were clean and we maintained our social distance.

Great park, we drove with my family, nice place to walk, relaxing and dream, nice forest and quietread more

BOULDER RIVER TRAIL (#734) LOCATION: North Cascades Mountain…read moreLoop Highway DAY HIKE: 8.6 miles (roundtrip) ELEVATION GAIN: 700 feet HIGHEST POINT: 1,550 feet A little effort to locate is an understatement but once you arrive it is breathtaking. I enjoyed the well maintained trail and the tiny sightings of wild life (bird, squirrels, chipmunks and rabbits lots of little rabbits) a peaceful adventure. This is a great trail alone or with a partner but definitely a trail that should be on your bucket list.

Hiked this trail 7-26-2014 with a group of friends. We started out at 9:00am and came across very…read morefew people on our way up. On our way down we encountered families with small children and their dogs and a couple elderly groups. Love that. Data per our Fit Bit: 9+ miles, 23K+ steps and 2400+ calories burned. Every terrain was encountered on this hike: dry wide/narrow paths, mud, river rock, and bridges. Giant moss-covered trees make great shade from the sun or rains. Twin waterfalls near the beginning of the hike will impress you. The gurgling river sounds will keep you company while pressing on. Trailhead: From I-5take exit 208/Silvana/Arlington and drive east on Hwy 530 for about 19.5 miles. Turn right on French Creek Road (FS 2010) ***gravel road that can easily be missed*** Drive 3.8 miles to the end of the road and the trailhead parking lot. Lot is small and was packed when we were leaving. No passes were required at this time but be sure to do your due diligence and check before hiking to avoid any tickets.

I love that this park has areas for all ages. Toddlers have an area with smaller playground…read moreequipment. There are multiple types and heights of slides. There is ample room for running around the structures. There is a paved walkway that kids can also bike on. There is no bathroom. And you can't access the YMCA at all from this side. Not sure they'd let you use theirs anyway. There is no parking lot. The YMCA lot doesn't allow for park parking. You have to park on the street. There is usually close parking available. There is no shade. It gets really hot during the summer. All in all, I like the park for its age range. I wish there was a bathroom. We've had to leave early a bunch of times because we need a bathroom.

Really like to come here - miss the swing they used to have. It's easy to get street parking and is…read morefull of fun stuff to play on!

Brought my 2.5 year old son old while visiting and we loved it! Very clean and newer equipment…read more Also, there's a nature trail behind the park that is nice! I highly recommend.

I used to love going to this park with my dog because there aren't many large areas I can play…read morefetch with her until I went there today and noticed that they had put up a sign that dogs were no longer allowed on the baseball field. This is frustrating as a tax paying member of the community. I understand that the high school likes to use this park to play and that as a player it would be annoying to find dog waste on the field. HOWEVER, I don't think that banning dogs from the softball field is the answer. All members of the community should be able to use the park as they see fit. Especially considering this is a public park - not owned by Mount Vernon High School.