Quote of the Month:
“Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own." - Charles Dickens
“Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own." - Charles Dickens
The Palisades Lakes Trail that starts at Sunrise Point, offers splendid views of wonderful lakes along your way. The path passes six alpine lakes and every lake can be considered a perfect destination. It’s up to you where to stop and when to return.
Shadow Lake Trail is a wonderful, easy and family friendly hike in the Sunrise Area. You will enjoy astounding views of mountains and tundra ecosystem. This short trail explores unusual ecosystem and offers gorgeous views of Mount Rainier.
The Mount Fremont Lookout Trail is a very easy, but unbelievably beautiful route. This trail is very popular and gets crowded in summer. The old fire-watch tower that is found at the end of the hike is a real treat to the tourists. On a clear day, visitors will surely enjoy the views of Mount Stuart, Glacier Peak and sometimes Mount Baker.
Burroughs Mountain Trail offers wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing. Hikers here enjoy perfect and peaceful views of Mount Rainier, pikas and marmots that can be found here. Burroughs Mountain consists of three summits: First, Second and Third Burroughs. The summits are over 7,000 feet.
Berkeley Park is a wonderful place for peaceful rest and precious quietness. This place is considered to be one of the best displays of wildflower. July is the best time for enjoying colorful flowers that make a perfect background for Mount Rainier.
Grand Park offers the most iconic views of its’ meadows and gorgeous Mount Rainier. There are several ways you can get into the park: the traditional that starts from Sunrise and the unofficial via Lake Eleanor. The traditional approach to the park is tough and long; so many hikers just prefer taking a backdoor route.
Sourdough Ridge Trail is a well-maintained trail along the crest of a 7,000 feet ridge and was named for the sour bread preferred by minors. This trail takes its visitors through beautiful alpine meadows with wildflower displays and offers, probably, the best views of Mount Rainier.