Skyline Trail Loop

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Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐

Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mileage: 6 mi

Region: Mount Rainier NP

Elev. Gain: 1,745 ft

When to Go: Jun—Oct

Avg. Time: 3 hr

Parking: Large paved lot

Type: Loop

Pass: America the Beautiful or $30

AllTrails: Route

Trailhead Coordinates:

46.785987, -121.735454

 

Know Before You Go:

  • Complete the loop clockwise or counter-clockwise, you can't go wrong.

  • Arrive very early - expect extremely large crowds and long lines to get into the park if you arrive later than 9am on a weekend.

  • This trail has amazing views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding ridges the entire way, a favorite for good reason!

  • A great place to see wildflowers and wildlife in summer time.

  • Stop by the historic lodge for lunch or to relax when you complete your hike.