Laughingwater Creek Trail is a strenuous 12-miles roundtrip hike in the Cayuse Pass area that requires no forest pass. Learn more at VisitRainier.com.
Norse Peak
Norse Peak is a 9.5-miles roundtrip hike in the Crystal Mountain area that is dog-friendly during the summer months. Learn more at VisitRainier.com.
Shoe Lake (Pacific Crest Trail South)
Shoe Lake (Pacific Crest Trail South)
Big Crow Basin and Basin Lake
Big Crow Basin and Basin Lake is a 15.8-mile strenuous hike that requires an overnight camping permit and Norse Peak Wilderness use permit.
Cougar Lakes via the PCT
Cougar Lakes via the PCT, starting from Chinook Pass, hike to lakes and viewpoints seldom visited by the park’s millions of visitors.
Mildred Point
Mildred Point is a 10.5-mile “off-the-beaten-path” strenuous hike in Mount Rainier National Park. Learn more at VisitRainier.com.
Howard Peak – Scramble
The little-known class 2 scramble to Howard Peak (5,688 feet) offers diverse terrain from steep hillside climbs to inspiring ridge walks.
Huckleberry Creek
Huckleberry Creek in the Chinook Pass area is accessed by a strenuous overnight hike. Learn more at VisitRainier.com.
Three Lakes Backpack
Three Lakes Backpack, if you crave solitude, have a deep admiration for primeval forests, and seek solace than you’ll absolutely love this trip.
Deep Creek Trail
Deep Creek Trail is a strenuous 11-mile roundtrip hike in the Chinook Pass area typically snow-free June through October. Learn more at VisitRainier.com.
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