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CDT hfqCT Cirque of the Towers Route vs Mount Pilchuck Trail

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

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CDT hfqCT Cirque of the Towers Route Mount Pilchuck Trail
Distance 25 mi41 km 2.6 mi4 km
Elevation gain 4,849 ft1,478 m 2,100 ft640 m
Typical duration 2 days 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional Local
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best from June to August Best from July to July
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CDT hfqCT Cirque of the Towers Route vs Mount Pilchuck Trail: which should you hike?

At 25 mi41 km, CDT hfqCT Cirque of the Towers Route is the longer route — roughly 23 mi37 km more than Mount Pilchuck Trail (2.6 mi4 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mount Pilchuck Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.