Best Hikes In

Mt Rainier

From Easy To Hard

These best hikes in Mt Rainier offer something for everyone, from forest walks to waterfall climbs to stunning viewpoints. So, whatever you’re looking for and whatever your fitness level, you’ll find many excellent hiking trails in Mt Rainier.

Nisqually Vista Trail

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Distance: 1.8 km / 1.1 miles Duration: 30-60 minutes Elevation: Minimal Difficulty: Easy - Super short and gentle walk - Beautiful views of the glacier. - Exceptionally peaceful early in the morning.

Grove of the Patriarchs Nature Trail

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Area: Ohanapecosh (south east) Distance: 1.8 km / 1.1 miles Duration: 30- 60 minutes Elevation: Minimal - Almost zero elevation gain  - Accessible for most people. - Lush forest environment and calm waters give the course a very tranquil ambiance.

Narada Falls Trail

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Area: Paradise (south) Distance: 3.9 km / 2.4 miles Duration: 1-2 hours Elevation: 263m Difficulty: Moderate - Impressive two-tier waterfall - Beautiful Reflection Lakes that, as the name suggests, reflects views of Mount Rainier

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Area: Sunrise (east) Distance: 5.3 km / 3.3 miles Duration: 2-3 hours Elevation: 194m Difficulty: Moderate - Not too long or strenuous but incredibly scenic - Stunning wildflower meadows with a beautiful backdrop of Mount Rainier

Naches Peak Loop Trail

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Area: Paradise (south) Distance: 10km / 6.2 miles (full-loop) or 6.5km / 4 miles (half loop) Duration: 3 – 5 hours Elevation: 545m Difficulty: Hard - The most popular hiking route on the southern side of Mount Rainier.  - It features incredible glacier views, waterfalls and rivers throughout.

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