Northeast buttress

Skagit County, Washington, United States

9.6 miles (15.5 km) · 12,228 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Northeast buttress is a 9.6-mile loop route in Skagit County, Washington, United States, gaining 12,228 feet of elevation. The route follows a steadily descending elevation profile, finishing 902 feet lower than it starts. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 2.3 miles gaining 5,374 feet at an average 40.4% grade. Only 19% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.