Burroughs Mountain
Mount Rainier Area
As of early August 2026, Burroughs Mountain conditions are clear of snow, with excellent trail conditions reported. However, smoky skies have impacted visibility and views on some recent days (August 3). Parking at Sunrise can be challenging, with lots filling by mid-morning, even on weekdays; arriving by 8 AM or earlier is recommended. Wildflowers are abundant, and wildlife, including marmots, goats, and chipmunks, is frequently sighted. Trails are exposed, so sun protection is essential. Hikers have consistently praised the loop option for varied scenery and views.
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Smoky day out on the trail on Monday August 3. Hiked up to Third Burroughs as a counterclockwise loop, starting with the Sourdough Ridge trail and returning via the Sunrise Rim trail. Started at 6:08a...
Absolutely perfect day - no bugs, no wind, no clouds and no smoke. Very crisp Mountain Views and lots of wildlife and wildflowers today. Decided to trek out to Burroughs and got to the second one and ...
Hands down best hike in the state step for step. Not crowded on a Wednesday. No bugs. We did the loop starting on the Sunrise rim trail and all the way out to third Burroughs. Then headed down the mai...
My first hike at Rainier in over 15 years. I arrived at Sunrise just after 8 AM, lot already filling up and busy with people getting ready to hike. I headed up into the clouds on the Sourdough Ridge t...
Fantastic hike to Third Burroughs Mountain with 5 other Mountaineers on a wonderful cool dayThe trail was in good condition and the crowds were not overwhelming. Great views all around.Parking: When I...
Hiked to the first Burrough on a Saturday. Arrived to the entrance around 7:45 AM and had to wait about 45 minutes to get through the gate because the lot was already full. Once we were in, parking wa...
This Thursday, at the White River entrance station to Sunrise about 8:30 a.m., there was just one car ahead of us. Tons of room at the Sunrise parking lot.We took (and liked) the popsicle route descri...
Such a great hike for incredible glacier and Rainier views. Did this as a day hike out of Seattle - left Ballard at 5:45 and pulled into the park about 7:45, with another 20 or so to get up Sunrise Vi...
It was our first visit to Rainer this year. It was a beautiful day to be on the mountain. We visited all the three of Burroughs. This hike had some of the best views of Rainer I have ever experienced...
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