Shriner Peak Trail

 

Shriner Peak Trail

• Distance, round trip: 8 miles
• Elevation gain: 3434 feet
• Hiking time, round trip: 5 hours
• Wilderness camp: Shriner Peak

Trailhead Location

Drive 3.5 miles north of the Stevens Canyon Entrance on SR123. The trailhead is located 0.5 mile north of the Panther Creek Bridge.

Trail Description

Hikers should be aware that this trail is steep and shadeless! Carry water and start your hike early in the day to avoid the hottest afternoon hours. There are no water sources on this trail.

Although this trail begins in the forest, it soon climbs into an old burn area that is open and exposed. For 2.5 miles the trail continues its steep ascent to the top of the ridge. Still no shade, but a slight breeze sometimes makes the hike more bearable from here on. After a 0.5 mile walk along the ridge top, the route becomes a series of steep switchbacks for the final climb to the Shriner Peak Fire Lookout.

Along the Trail

Once on top of the ridge, hikers enjoy commanding views of Mount Rainier, the Ohanapecosh Valley, and the Cascades. For hikers seeking solitude, this is a good trail choice - probably because it can be extremely hot on a sunny summer afternoon.

Backpacking

The wilderness campsites at Shriner Peak are located near the lookout and offers an incomparable view of Mount Rainier at sunrise. Well worth the effort of waking early! A spring located about one mile back down the trail is the only source of water for this camp. Permits are required for camping. Permits and current trail conditions are available park-wide from wilderness information centers, ranger stations, and visitor centers.

Trail Regulations

• Always check current trail conditions before heading out. Current trail conditions are available park-wide from wilderness information centers, ranger stations, and visitor centers. Check hours of operation.
• Fires are prohibited.
• No pets on trails.
• Treat water before drinking.

 

Pets are not allowed on trails.

At Mount Rainier, pets are NOT allowed on trails, in wilderness and/or off trail areas, inside buildings, in amphitheaters, or on roads closed for winter (service animals excepted). Learn more about pets. 

 

 

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