Welcome to 440 miles of scenic wilderness, sweeping views, and exciting adventures! Located in North Central and Northwest Washington State, this 440-mile byway is so grand it contains three of Washington’s 29 scenic byways: the Stevens Pass Greenway, Whidbey Scenic Isle Way and the North Cascades Highway. 
The Cascade Loop National Scenic Byway is a 440-mile love letter to Washington State, praising her natural beauty and charisma. From the waterfront cities of Mukilteo and Everett, head east over Stevens Pass where alpine villages welcome and snowy spires beckon. Drop from pine forests into fertile orchards and take in the pink haze of apple blossoms in the spring. Pick up luscious seasonal fruit from roadside stands, then take a dip in the Columbia River or Lake Chelan as the sun bakes high desert hills. Play cowboy in the Methow Valley before heading west past iconic Liberty Bell Mountain through the North Cascades National Park, and then descend into Skagit Valley with its acres of bulb fields and farmlands and abundant bird life. At last, cross over dramatic Deception Pass to Whidbey Island, where gentle hills and seaside towns offer a soft place to land. No matter if you take in the entire loop, or just visit portions of it, you will come to learn that the Cascade Loop is Washington State’s Ultimate Road Trip!
The Cascade Loop National Scenic Byway provides traveling guests with a one-of-a-kind byway experience that introduces them to the intrinsic qualities that Washington State is best known for – its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities – all within a condensed, well-supported road trip experience.
The Cascade Loop National Scenic Byway is divided into nine distinct regions, each defined by its unique landscape and environment. A trip around the Loop is best enjoyed over the course of several days, to allow plenty of time to explore each region and enjoy the amazing scenery and friendly communities along with unique attractions, fabulous dining, and variety of lodging opportunities.
Here is a roundup of top locations along the Cascade Loop: 
Seattle North Country – From the waters of Puget Sound, through fertile farm valleys, to the foothills of the Cascade Range, where vibrant cities and towns serve as gateways to the Cascade Loop.
Stevens Pass Greenway – Lush forests and thundering waterfalls line the scenic route up and over Stevens Pass, traversing through charming historic towns that offer friendly hospitality and remnants of the past.
Leavenworth/Cascade Foothills – A Bavarian village and classic all-American small towns nestled in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Cascades offer a diversity of recreational and cultural experiences.
Wenatchee/Columbia River Valley – Orchards, vineyards, and farmlands roll across the landscape and along the shores of the Great Columbia River, with bustling towns that are commercial hubs of Washington State’s important fruit industry.
Lake Chelan Valley – A pristine, glacier-fed lake slices deeply into the heart of the Cascade Mountains in a setting that offers abundant scenic beauty and recreational opportunities.
The Methow Valley – From the confluence of the Columbia River to the crest of the Cascade Mountains, with miles of open range, endless star-filled skies, natural recreation, and a frontier atmosphere of the Old West, year-round experiences are enjoyed by all.
North Cascades – Dramatic mountain peaks and spectacular scenery across National Forest and parklands—this is the Cascades at their best—with lakes, rivers, creeks, abundant hiking trails, and scenic rest stops along the way.
Skagit Valley & Fidalgo Island – A proud agricultural heritage, American bald eagles, and colorful carpets of blooms (tulips, daffodils, irises) across the lowland plains to Puget Sound, many experiences await travelers as they descend the Western side of the Cascade Mountains.
Whidbey Scenic Isle Way – Saltwater beaches and historic towns connect to the mainland by bridges and ferries and offer spectacular scenic views of farmlands, forests, and snow-capped peaks of the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
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