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The Atlas/Washington/Stevens Pass (US-2)

Stevens Pass (US-2)

119 mi
Length
5
Verified stops
4,070 ft
High point
Scenic
Road type

US-2 runs 82 miles from Monroe east over Stevens Pass (4,061 ft) to Leavenworth, threading the Skykomish River valley through dense cedar and fir forest on the wet side before breaking into open ponderosa-pine terrain on the dry eastern slope. The pass section carries a designated Stevens Pass Greenway National Scenic Byway status and is a key link in the 440-mile Cascade Loop. Mid-speed sweepers dominate, with notable hairpins at the summit. Traffic can be heavy on Seattle-area weekends; best ridden midweek.

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Mile 0.0

Shell

Convenient fuel stop at the western trailhead of US-2 before heading into the Cascades.

Mile 25.0

Alpen Drive-In

A classic roadside drive-in in Startup serving burgers and shakes amid river valley scenery.

Mile 75.0

Gaynor

Small community near Stevens Pass summit marking the transition from the west to east side of the Cascades.

Mile 100.0

Leavenworth

Bavarian-themed town on the east slope with plentiful food, lodging, and fuel options.

Mile 110.0

Cashmere

Orchard-country town along the Wenatchee River, a quiet stopping point near the eastern end of the route.

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