Whether you're planning you next hike or wondering how hilly your next road trip will be, you can find elevations in Google ...

You'll now see the map in the terrain view. Zoom in and you'll find the altitude numbers written along the contour lines. Make sure not to zoom in too much or the elevation numbers will vanish.

First a word of explanation; the 'tree line' marks the beginning of the 'Alpine Zone', the area where the climate is too harsh to permit tree growth. It varies in Washington state, ranging between ...