19 m away
Myrtle Falls
Reach a stunning view of Myrtle Falls framed by Mount Rainier.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Ascent
- 51 m
- Descent
- 51 m
feild site
Mount Rainier National Park
Where to find ice worms on paradise glacier.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 4.1 km
- Ascent
- 671 m
- Descent
- 0 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.7 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 13˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and August. From a low point of 1.7 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 4.1 km, 671 vertical metres of ascent and 0 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Amazing views of Rainier, beautiful waterfalls, and wildflowers (in mid-late summer)
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
- Water features
Similar routes nearby
21 m away
Skyline Loop Trail and Panorama Point
One of the most beautiful hikes in Washington State!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 543 m
- Descent
- 543 m
461 m away
Nisqually Vista
An easy paved hike to a stunning overlook of a glacier-carved valley.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.7 km
- Ascent
- 55 m
- Descent
- 55 m
1.5 km away
Narada Falls
Hike down to a beautiful vista of this 168-foot waterfall.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 432 m
- Ascent
- 31 m
- Descent
- 31 m
2 km away
Pinnacle Peak
A steep hike and scramble to the summit of Pinnacle Peak.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 4.6 km
- Ascent
- 500 m
- Descent
- 499 m
3 km away
Bench and Snow Lakes
Enjoy a high effort-to-view ratio on this beautiful hike to two alpine lakes.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.5 km
- Ascent
- 163 m
- Descent
- 163 m
7.1 km away
Wonderland Trail
A 93 mile (150 kilometer) hiking trail that circumnavigates Mount Rainier, one of North America's most iconic peaks.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 137 km
- Ascent
- 7.3 km
- Descent
- 7.3 km
8 km away
Box Canyon
This narrow slot canyon is 180 feet deep, with a rushing river at the bottom!
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 492 m
- Ascent
- 8 m
- Descent
- 8 m
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Guidebooks in this area
6 routes · Hiking
6 Iconic Week-Long Backpacking Routes
10 routes · Hiking
Most Beautiful Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
5 routes · Hiking
5 Best Day Hikes in Washington
5 routes · Hiking
The 5 Best Backpacking Excursions in Washington
3 routes · Hiking
Circumnavigate 3 of the PNW's Most Famous Volcanoes
8 routes · Hiking
Easy, Rewarding Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
19 routes · Hiking
Unforgettable Alpine Lake Hikes in Washington
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