PathQuest

Mount Baker

Location: Whatcom County, WA, US

Elevation: 10,779 feet

0 recorded summits

Current Conditions

Weather: Overcast

Temperature: 28°F

Wind: 4 mph

Humidity: 21%

7-Day Summit Window

Best day: 2026-04-09 (score: 77/100)

  • 2026-04-05: Good (69/100) - Overcast, calm winds, cold
  • 2026-04-06: Good (64/100) - Overcast, breezy, cold
  • 2026-04-07: Poor (39/100) - Partly cloudy, strong winds, extreme cold
  • 2026-04-08: Good (59/100) - Partly cloudy, calm winds, cold
  • 2026-04-09: Good (77/100) - Clear skies, calm winds, cold
  • 2026-04-10: Good (72/100) - Partly cloudy, calm winds, cold
  • 2026-04-11: Poor (35/100) - Chance of snow, breezy, extreme cold

Avalanche Forecast - West Slopes North

  • Alpine: Moderate
  • Treeline: Moderate
  • Below Treeline: Moderate

<section> <p>The mountains have already seen wet avalanche activity, but continued warm temperatures, sun, and light winds will keep that trend going over the next few days. Pockets of unstable wind-drifted snow still linger on shaded slopes in alpine terrain.</p> </section>

Air Quality

AQI: 6 (Good)

Snow Conditions

Trend: stable

  • Marten Ridge: 52" depth, 22.8" SWE
  • MF Nooksack: 69" depth, 32.6" SWE
  • Wells Creek: 41" depth, 17.5" SWE

Stream Flow

  • NF NOOKSACK RIVER BL CASCADE CREEK NR GLACIER, WA: normal (531 cfs)
  • BAKER RIVER AB BLUM CREEK NEAR CONCRETE, WA: normal (265 cfs)
  • MF NOOKSACK RIVER NEAR DEMING, WA: normal (253 cfs)

Trail Alerts (8)

  • State Route 20 Closed MP130: State Route 20 is closed at milepost 130 (Colonial Creek Campground) in both lanes. For more information click the link to the WSDOT real time map.
  • Flooding and Landslides Affecting Park Complex: The park complex experienced severe weather events following flood damage in December 2025, causing unsafe conditions and limiting basic infrastructure in some areas. Some services are available in Stehekin with winter and spring operations.
  • Cascade River Road Winter Closure: Cascade River Road is closed to vehicles at milepost 21 (Johnson Cabin) two miles before the trailhead. Foot and bicycle traffic is permitted beyond the gate.
  • Stehekin Flash Flood and Debris Flow Area: The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go – visit the Post Fire Safety page for information on what to do in a flash flood and debris flow area
  • Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed: Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry.
  • Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures: For closures due to fire activity visit the Fire Closures page, including trail, area, and camp closures for current and post fire conditions.
  • Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats: Due to silt accumulation, the Diablo Lake boat launch at Colonial Creek South Campground is not usable for launching most powerboats. Expect shallow or no water at the launch ramp and the possibility of needing to carry your boat to or from the water.
  • Be Aware of Break-ins along State Route 20: Prevent smashed windows and theft. Break-ins are not uncommon at trailheads along State Route 20. Remove your valuables and electronics and take associated electronic cords.

Public Lands

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