Second Top
Mountain in Washington · 5,997 ft
The hike up Second Top
The route starts at Switchback Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Second Top?
Second Top is 5,997 ft above sea level and lies in Washington. Its prominence is 230 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Second Top?
From Switchback Trailhead it is about 3.1 mi one way with 2,257 ft of ascent. Expect around 4 h 1 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Second Top?
The nearest starting point is Switchback Trailhead (south of the peak) — 3.1 mi on foot · ↑ 2,257 ft · about 4 h 1 min round trip. Alternative: Heather Park Trailhead (northeast of the peak) (about 4.4 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Second Top in Conquer?
Yes — Second Top is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Second Top in the app
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