2020 Map of McAlester Mountain

About this map

McAlester Mountain rises at the intersection of several vast protected areas, where the Wenatchee National Forest, North Cascades National Park, and Okanogan National Forest converge. This high-elevation landscape is defined by its drainage systems and glacial features, including the Lyall Glacier in the northwest. The presence of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and its alternate route highlights the area's importance for long-distance navigation through the Cascades. Mountain passes such as McAlester Pass, Twisp Pass, and Copper Pass serve as natural transition points across the Chelan and Okanogan county boundary. Downslope, numerous alpine water bodies like McAlester Lake and Dagger Lake feed the headwaters of Bridge Creek and the North Fork Twisp River.