North Cascades · March · Washington
North Cascades National Park in March
March is the off-season at North Cascades National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 47°F and lows 35°F, with about 7.86 inches of rain.
March is rated poor at North Cascades. Consider Jul–Sep instead.
What to expect
Honest take: March is not the month for North Cascades. The highway reopens in late spring once plows clear avalanche debris. Valleys green up, but high trails stay snowbound into July.
Most visitors see the park from State Route 20. For the real backcountry, hike Cascade Pass or take the boat up Lake Chelan to Stehekin.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Jul–Sep.
- Closest airport: Seattle–Tacoma (SEA), about 2.5 hours.
- Before you go: No entrance fee. State Route 20 has a seasonal winter closure; check WSDOT for opening dates. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is March a good time to visit North Cascades National Park?
March is the off-season at North Cascades National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 47°F and lows 35°F, with about 7.86 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in North Cascades National Park in March?
Highs average 47°F and lows 35°F, with about 7.86 inches of rain. Conditions are poor this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is North Cascades National Park in March?
March is one of the quietest months at North Cascades National Park.