7.8 km away
PCT: Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie Pass
Leaving Mount Rainier on a lofty mountain crest, then traveling miles of forest mosaic on a long series of hills to reach Snoqualmie Pass.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 109 km
- Ascent
- 3.5 km
- Descent
- 4.3 km
Crystal Mountain Loop Trail
Crystal Mountain
Circumnavigate Crystal Mountain and revisit all of your favorite winter zones!
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 890 m
- Descent
- 1 km
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 16˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.1 km, the route covers 15 km, 890 vertical metres of ascent and 1046 vertical metres of descent.
Description
A full loop of Crystal Mountain
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Similar routes nearby
8.4 km away
Naches Peak Loop
Enjoy stunning views of Mount Rainier National Park while circumnavigating Naches Peak.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.7 km
- Ascent
- 210 m
- Descent
- 210 m
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Guidebooks in this area
10 routes · Hiking
Most Beautiful Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
72 routes · Hiking
The Pacific Crest Trail
8 routes · Hiking
Easy, Rewarding Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
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