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profdant139
Explorer II
Aug 14, 2014

LA to North Cascades: 395/97/20 or I-5 thru Seattle?

We are heading up to the North Cascades of Washington for (hopefully) several weeks of camping and hiking. Due to family issues, we can't leave much before the end of August, and there is one area (t...
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PatrickA51
Explorer
Aug 15, 2014
smkettner wrote:
As much as I dislike I5, that is the route I would take if time is important.
Take the leisurely scenic road on the way back.


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From my experience driving Trucks I would go up Hwy 97. Because I usually used 97 before I-5 was completed. But with the advantage of the completion of I-5 I would take I-5. Then when you come back take the scenic route.
Have a safe trip

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