Naches Peak Loop

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Features Birding · Lake · River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

To get the best views of Mount Rainier, run the loop in a clockwise direction. This loop provides breathtaking views of the Mountain, a look at beautiful subalpine meadows, and an abundant supply of huckleberries in late summer and early fall.

There is no camping along the Naches Peak Loop Trail within Mount Rainier National Park. Nor are there any suitable sites for camping along the Pacific Crest Trail within the park. Camping is permitted on adjacent United States Forest Service lands. Permits are required for camping.

The closest town with services to this trail is Enumclaw, WA not Eatonville. Hwy 410 goes through Enumclaw from the west-side through Greenwater (has a small convenience store) and is near Crystal Mountain Resort.

A great trail running spot.

Park at Tipsoo Lake, .5 mile west of Chinook Pass on SR 410. For a clockwise route, follow the trail from the picnic area to Chinook Pass and the Pacific Crest Trail.

This easy loop is one of the most popular in the park. It starts out along the Pacific Crest Trail at Chinook Pass and leads south, traversing the east side of Naches Peak 1.6 miles until intersecting the Naches Loop Trail. To continue the loop and return to Tipsoo Lake in 1.4 miles, follow the Naches Loop Trail along the west side of Naches Peak.

Subalpine meadows teeming with wildflowers, and an abundance of huckleberries.