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8,324 ft · Cascade Range, Washington

Flora Mountain

Flora Mountain is an 8,324 ft peak in the Cascade Range, Washington. The standard route is the Southwest Route via Devore Creek: 30 mi, 10,000 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Flora Mountain at a glance

  • Elevation8,324 ft2,537 m
  • RouteSouthwest Route via Devore CreekClass 2
  • Distance30 mi10,000 ft gain
  • Time2 – 3 daysHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Oct
  • RangeCascade RangeWashington

Climbing the Southwest Route via Devore Creek

Take the Lady of the Lake ferry from Chelan or Fields Point to Stehekin and ride the shuttle 4.4 miles to Harlequin Campground. Walk past the airstrip and follow the Stehekin River Trail about 3 miles to the Devore Creek Trail, then climb steep, brushy switchbacks to Bird Creek Camp. Continue up Devore Creek, leave the trail near 5,100 feet, bushwhack to the saddle south of Enigma, cross Castle Creek basin, and hop talus up the southwest side (Class 2). Plan three days. The Sisi Fire closure shuts the Devore Creek Trail through December 2026. Fill out the free wilderness permit.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (55–75 L)
  • Hiking Boots
  • Water
  • Offline Maps
  • Headlamp
  • Satellite Communicator
  • Whistle
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Sun Hat
  • Midlayer
  • Insulated Jacket
  • Hardshell Jacket
  • Warm Hat
  • Buff
  • Midweight Gloves
  • Trekking Poles
  • GPS Device
  • Power Bank
  • Water Filter
  • First-Aid Kit
  • Emergency Bivy

What to watch for

  • Loose rock
  • Route-finding difficulty
  • Remote location
  • Complex logistics

Quests with Flora Mountain

Peaks near Flora Mountain

  1. Glacier Peak

    Glacier Peak

    10,541 ft · 21.3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Flora Mountain?

Flora Mountain is 8,324 feet (2,537 m) tall. It is in the Cascade Range, Washington.

How hard is it to hike Flora Mountain?

The Southwest Route via Devore Creek is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 30 miles with 10,000 feet of elevation gain.

How many days does it take to climb Flora Mountain?

Most climbers plan 2 – 3 days for the Southwest Route via Devore Creek, with at least one night on the mountain.

Can a beginner hike Flora Mountain?

The Southwest Route via Devore Creek needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard trip: 30 miles with 10,000 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.

When is the best time to hike Flora Mountain?

The usual hiking window is July to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.

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