🏘 Gateway Town
Concrete
North Cascades National Park
Last Updated: July 2026
Distance
44 km (27 miles) southwest; approximately 30 minutes drive from North Cascades National Park center
Population
801
Restaurants
7
Lodging Options
3
Overview
About This Town
Concrete is a small mountain town of 801 residents serving as a practical supply stop before North Cascades National Park. With three motels and seven restaurants and cafes, it offers essential services rather than attractions—fill your tank, grab a meal, and head to the park. North Cascades National Park entrance requires an America the Beautiful annual pass.
The Vibe
Concrete is a working supply hub—practical, affordable, and car-dependent. It's a pit stop for necessities before entering the park, not a destination town. Expect basic services and closing hours typical of small mountain communities.
Stock Up Here
This is your last resupply stop before entering North Cascades National Park. Fill your gas tank and stock groceries here. You'll need an America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) to enter the park.
Town at a Glance
Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
801
Distance to Park
44 km (27 miles) southwest; approximately 30 minutes drive from North Cascades National Park center
Highlights
Known For
Gateway to North Cascades; final supply stop before the park
Seasonal Planning
Peak Season
Late May through September, when North Cascades park roads and facilities operate at full capacity
Shoulder Season
Late September and early May, when visitor traffic decreases
Best Time to Visit
Late May through September, when park facilities and mountain roads are fully operational
ℹ️ Data Sources
OpenStreetMap contributors (community-reported details) (checked 2026-07-17) National Park Service — North Cascades National Park fees, hours & conditions (checked 2026-07-05) Wikipedia + Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA, retrieval-dated) — population, history and identity facts from Wikipedia; practical travel guidance from Wikivoyage; osm_count (checked 2026-07-17) Climate data: Diablo Dam, Wa Us, 890 ft (NOAA 1991-2020 normals, station USC00452157) YourNPGuide Editorial
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