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Alta Vista Loop
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 month ago
The Alta Vista Loop is in good condition, with no snow reported as of August 21. The trail is a mix of pavement and dirt with a steep incline, offering great views of Edith Creek basin and Paradise Valley. While most wildflowers are no longer blooming, there are sightings of hoary marmots, chipmunks, and black bears, so remember to give wildlife space. The road leading to the trail is suitable for all vehicles, and no significant insect activity was noted.
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What hikers ask about Alta Vista Loop
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The trail is in good condition and snow-free as of August 21. It features a steep incline and a mix of paved and dirt surfaces, with some minor "potholes" noted.
Yes, recent reports mention sightings of hoary marmots, chipmunks, and a black bear on the Alta Vista Loop as of August 21. Hikers are reminded to give wildlife ample space.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Trail is half paved and half dirt. The incline is very steep compared to Skyline and Deadhorse trails. The trail is well maintained but does a few “potholes”. It has beautiful high up view of the Edit...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
A nice - and less travelled - loop is to take Avalanche Lily to Deadhorse trail to the Alta Vista "Dancefloor" and the east side Alta Vista trail down to the Visitor Center. Views were lovely, flowers...
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Steep. Trail in good condition.
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Was able to find parking at Paradise Lower Lot around 3pm without issue, later in the day was easier for sure! Trails are all in good condition, I picked up some trash along the way. Saw a marmot in t...
Older7 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Went to Paradise today with the Mountaineers for a basic Snowshoe trip. We started at 9:30 am, and the rain started a little bit in the parking lot.slowly the rain turned into snow, and it got heavy a...
Older8 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Went for a lovely snowshoe/ski up at Paradise with the kids. Roads were fine chains are still required to be carried. The gate opened at about 1000 AM and rangers gave announcements to return to cars ...
Older18 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
At first, the Mt. Rainier NPS website said the road to Paradise would be closed today, but then another update said it would open at 9 a.m. If your plans are flexible enough and the weather looks dece...
Older20 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
More snow and ice on road than last weekend. Our all wheel drive vehicle didn't need the chains we brought, however. We arrived at the Paradise parking lot just before 11:30am on Friday 1/17, and ther...
Older23 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
I arrived close to 6:30 on a clear Sunday morning. At this time of year, it's still dark. By the time I hit the trail there was enough light not to need my headlamp, but too dark to see any of the bea...
Older24 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Saturday morning dawned clear. We hiked the loop counterclockwise, and made it to the Alta Vista viewpoint just in time to catch alpenglow a few minutes before the sun peeked over the horizon. I l...