Loomis, Washington
The Washington-British Columbia border is full of tiny towns and Loomis is one of the smallest and more unknown of the lot. Located in the Sinlahekin Valley, Loomis has access to the Similkameen River and the northeastern quadrant of the North Cascades. A nearby highlight is Thirtymile Ridge, a trail frequented by hikers and backpackers that you could probably venture a guess as to the length. There is a fun Class 2 float trip on the Similkameen for canoes or inflatable kayaks – a classic, yet seldom traveled overnighter. If you are exploring Washington’s border towns, Loomis is definitely on the list.
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Washington Backcountry Discovery Route
The Washington Backcountry Discovery Route (WABDR) is an overlanding route across Washington State from Oregon to British Columbia that utilizes mostly unpaved public backroads. The route climbs over the vast mountains and ridges of Washington’s Cascade Range. Four-wheel drive vehicles with high clearance or adventure motorcycles are the required vehicles for travel along this route. […]
Featured Mountains in Loomis
| Mountain | Approx. Elevation |
|---|---|
| Tillman Mountain | 6,086 ft (1,855 m) |
| Thunder Mountain | 6,880 ft (2,097 m) |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | 2,664 ft (812 m) |
| Palmer Mountain | 4,291 ft (1,308 m) |
| Ellemeham Mountain | 4,344 ft (1,324 m) |
| Douglas Mountain | 5,298 ft (1,615 m) |
| Chopaka Mountain | 7,884 ft (2,403 m) |
| Aeneas Lookout | 5,144 ft (1,568 m) |
| Skull and Crossbones Ridge | 6,437 ft (1,962 m) |