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DORADO NEEDLE

Mountains and Summits


Pacific Ranges Cascade Range

Dorado Needle

8,440 ft

Dorado Needle is a prominent peak located in the Pacific Ranges mountain range of British Columbia, Canada. Rising to an impressive elevation, Dorado Needle stands as a striking landmark in the surrounding landscape. This mountain offers a challenging ascent for experienced mountaineers, with its rugged terrain and steep slopes. Its size and imposing presence make it an appealing destination for adventure seekers and mountaineering enthusiasts.

During the winter season, Dorado Needle receives abundant snowfall, contributing to the snowpack that accumulates on its slopes. The snowpack range varies from year to year, influenced by weather patterns and climate conditions. The mountain's steep slopes and significant snowpack make it an ideal location for backcountry skiing and snowboarding, attracting winter sports enthusiasts.

Dorado Needle's runoff feeds into several creeks and rivers in the region, providing a vital water source for nearby ecosystems. Some of these waterways include unnamed creeks that eventually flow into larger rivers like the Elaho River. The mountain's meltwater plays a crucial role in sustaining the surrounding flora and fauna, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the area.

As for the history and lore surrounding the name of Dorado Needle, further research and verification across independent sources are necessary to provide accurate information.


Outdoor Recreation

Campground Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Colonial Creek - North Cascades National Park 142 1,251 ft
Newhalem Creek - North Cascades None 517 ft
Marble Creek 20 1,039 ft
Buck Creek 39 1,224 ft
Mineral Park 23 1,395 ft
Goodell Creek - North Cascades None 485 ft
Ski Area Snowpack Air Temperature 5 Day Forecast
Medallion Peak resort 27" 57° 0.89"
Manning Park Resort 0" 63° 1.83"
Yodelin 52" 48° 3.18"
Silvertip 0" 63° 1.83"
Stevens Pass Ski Area 52" 48° 3.18"
River Run Streamflow Length Class

Regional Water Data

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Skagit River At Newhalem
USGS 12178000
3,540 cfs 83.7 ft
Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem
USGS 12178100
30 cfs 2.7 ft
Nf Nooksack River Bl Cascade Creek Nr Glacier
USGS 12205000
311 cfs 1.9 ft
Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount
USGS 12179900
217 cfs 4.5 ft
Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount
USGS 12181200
0 cfs 0.1 ft
Skagit River At Marblemount
USGS 12181000
4,150 cfs 3.7 ft
Stehekin River At Stehekin
USGS 12451000
1,550 cfs 20.3 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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