Just finished this hike about two hours ago. I am out of shape so the trail was a little challenging to me; parts of the trail were a little steep for my taste. The whole trip took me about 3 hours, including my rest at the top of the mountain. There is some really beautiful scenery on the trail.
We drove out there from Mill Creek and the roads apparently are under new management. There are now gates on all the logging roads. There is a sign that says no pedestrians and "nightwatch on guard". There were 3 cars there so I guess some people went up. All the bullet holes in the explicit signage kinda made us nervous …
Attempted this trail a little to early this year. The large stream crossing has tons of snow and it continues to the lakes. The lakes are almost completely ice covered and the hiking around the lake is very difficult do to deep snow that is melting underneath. Lots and lots of dangereous post holing and collapsing snow banks. These lakes …
Rather than complain about a few logging remnants and logging practices of old, look at this hike as a oppertunity to think back on the incredible hard work and lonely life old Harry must have led. He worked harder than any of ever have to and I appreciate anyone that tackled such a profession.
The hike to the top …
Had been on this hike before while it was rainy, am so grateful for the sun this time! The views at the lake were awesome! We went on May 24, and the snow was off the trail and lake. There was a great show of avalanches coming off the peaks at the lake, for our lunchtime entertainment. I would recommend …
Nice easy hike, a little over 4 miles each way, just a nice long walk. The elevation gain is little, and only two steep hills. Do your research before you go if you want to try to find any old mines as there are no signs pointing the way to them anymore, and it will help you understand the way …
Continue past the boulder field to the saddle at the top of Tull Canyon. Look over the Big Quilcene valley to the Ridge of Gargoyles, and to Warrior Peak and Mount Constance beyond. On your right is Copper Peak, a fun scramble. To your left is Hawk Ridge, an easy walk-up. For a nice loop, continue over Hawk Ridge down …
Well, I finally decided to go for it and went all out on the West Tiger Mtn. Trail... and yep... I saw those conflicting signs... it would be deflating if I didn't visit this site first and was expecting it.
And you know what? I haven't hiked anything this steep in 8 years... and I made it to the …
Did this hike 5/14/10. Perfect weather. Trail had just about everything. Rocky steps, long flat spots, filtered sunlight, a creek, and lots of work done to the trail. It's a popular hike, so expect to be passing a lot of people. There are two parking lots. The main lot right at the trailhead holds about 2 dozen cars, while the …
Trail up to Bridal Falls is easy, with hardly any elevation gain. But the few miles after that are steeper; according to a friend, there are around 60 switchbacks. There's also some slippery, wet or icy snow for the last half or 3/4 of a mile to Lake Serene. It's really cold once you get to the lake, which is …
Read the review and was looking forward to (what I assumed was) another new hike within an hour of Seattle. I instantly recognized from the turn off to the trailhead that my surroundings were familiar. I was unaware of the name of the pass traveled but all other publications I've seen and signage in the park refers to this as …
This trail was great. When we got to the top it was hailing on April 3 rd 2010. I reccoment this trail for people 12 and up and for people who love the mountains.
Wonderful hike, but crowded... enjoyed it off season and it was still consistent passing back and forth. At the summit the usual tourists are there feeding the very agressive animals, but if you go beyond the true summit there is a nice secluded ledge to sit on where no one bothered us. Just scare away the chipmunks and enjoy the …
Nathan - thank you, found Marten Lake today and it was stunning...a reccomendation to anyone who doesn't mind off trailing in some devils club. I was actually asking where you can see Otter Falls in its entirety. I have heard that what you see plunging into lipsy lake is but the bottom 1/4 of the fall. If anyone knows what …
I have been to the top of Pinnacle Peak (pictured) at least 3 times. Too old now. Up the first time with a friend (age 30+), the second time with my sons who thought I was dogging it (age 40+) as they flew right up the scramble, and a third time with a lady friend from work (age 45+) who …
Hiked to Mason lake last month and the snow was barely noticeable. Yesterday it was easy hiking for about 2.5 miles to the boulder field. From here the trail dissapears under a foot of snow. Snow shoes seemingly nessesary as the warmer weather is melting the top layer of snow, meaning regular hiking boots sink in a foot with every …
Trailhead at 730am saw 3 cars, passed 3 groups on the way up. 2h up, 1.5h down hustling. Snow still covers trail and makes slick goings from about 3miles on. After the Si trail, Haystack rock was the only real hard part of this hike for the winter time, the steep slope and icy rocks made us go a bit …
Trying this weekend..
Did this hike a few times before we finally got to the top. Definitely a VERY strenuous hike in the winter. Make sure that you have your snowshoes ready to ride...
After a couple of failed attempts to reach the top, we finally had the gear and the supplies to last the day and make it. Took us 7+ …
Brought my snowshoes and little dog to hike snow lake on 3-28-10. Trek to Source Lake is easy and beautifully full of snow. After source lake the trail becomes more of a snowy scramble and this week the snow was very soft, meaning snowshoes were as nessesary as snowshoes can be. Fairly rigorous hike from Source Lake to Snow Lake …
My 18lb terrier and I did this hike early today. Though the incline is a nice workout even for an experienced hiker, I have to admit the trail was a bit boring as peaks go. The first 3700ft or so are in totally enclosed forest without many views. Once you break out it is beautiful with snowfilled views of the …
I was invited last minute on a "quick day hike" to Rainier's Camp Muir with a group of guys from our church. I have hiked Mt. Si, Twin Falls, and the usual day hkkes that have some adventure in them, so I felt like this would be "doable" - and lest I give anyone the wrong idea, in the end …
Decided to hike this one spur of the moment on Monday March 15th, 2010. Put in around 3pm. It was staying light until around 7 so figured we had enough time. Started out strong and in fact did 7 miles total in about 2.5 hours. This hike is really just straight Up, and than straight down. It does get cold …
I hiked this trail twice in the last few weeks. Once on Tuesday March 16th, 2010. and once on Wednesday March 10th, 2010. On the 10th there was still snow up at the lake. This hike is definitally a great one and well worth the hike to the lake. Not too difficult, but mainly uphill either toward the falls or …
I "hiked" to Camp Muir while on a guided Rainier summit climb. This was in Aug. '09. The weather was windy, cloudy/foggy, and a touch of rain/snow. Since there was little sunshine going up (or coming down), the climb was nothing but a long boring march. At least we had the guides who knew where to go otherwise it could …