Crystal Lakes
1 week ago
Trail snow-covered at times — gear and expertise recommended
4 this month · 52 reports
Burroughs Mountain
Mount Rainier Area
updated 3 weeks ago
The Burroughs Mountain trail is generally in good condition, with reports indicating snow-free conditions in most areas as of October 18. However, some intermittent snow patches were noted as recently as October 11. Smoke from fires has been a recurring issue, particularly noticeable from Second and Third Burroughs, with a "hazy" or "smoky" smell reported on multiple occasions, including as late as October 15. Wind can be a significant factor, especially at the higher elevations, with fierce and cold winds reported on October 11. Road access to the trailheads has varied, with the road to Sunrise being impassable as of October 15, while the road to White River Campground has been generally suitable for all vehicles, though one report mentioned a fallen tree. Wildlife sightings, including bears and mountain goats, have been reported.
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As of October 15, the Sunrise Road is impassable and closed. However, the road to White River Campground has been reported as suitable for all vehicles, though a fallen tree required a quick stop to navigate around on October 14.
Most reports indicate the trail is snow-free as of October 18. However, intermittent snow was noted around October 11 and October 12, which was described as not difficult to cross.
Yes, smoke and haze have been consistently reported, particularly from Second and Third Burroughs, as recently as October 15. A faint but near-constant smell of smoke was noted on October 9, and the AQI was reported as 200+ on August 3.
Wind can be a significant factor, with fierce and cold winds reported at the summit on October 11. Hikers are advised to pack layers due to the potential for wind.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
I started at 06:45 this morning from the White River Campground. There is room for about 20 cars at the lot adjacent to the trailheads, and there were maybe 4 or 5 cars this morning. The road in is st...
Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Biked up Sunrise Road from the Crystal Lakes/Peak Trailhead on 410 to run the Burroughs! Intermittent closures on the road for bridge work and tree felling delayed travel for 20 minutes or so but wasn...
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Well, the forecast has basically been wrong the entire weekend, so why should it stop now?? Seemed like the rest of the region had sun. Rainier was also supposed to have brilliant sun too, but instead...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
I started at WRCG at 0700 at the Glacier Basin trail. Then I took the trail to Burroughs Mountain. When I arrived at the saddle between Second and Third Burroughs, the temperature plummeted. I hurried...
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
SUMMARY: My last-chance hike before White River entrance closes. Glacier Basin loop counter-clockwise, plus excursions to 3rd Burroughs and Emmons Moraine. 12.6 miles, 3900 feet climb, 6.5 hours movin...
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Not too much to add on Weekend Schlepper's recent TR, except to note that the snow is gone. Otherwise, I did pretty much the same loop, except I went around to Frozen Lake before ascending First Burro...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
The route I took isn't described exactly anywhere on WTA - took the Wonderland Trail up from White River Campground, then the Burroughs Mt trail to the Third Burroughs, then down to the Glacier Basin ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
From the White River Campground to Third Burroughs and back in a loop is a half-marathon with more than 4,000 feet of gain. Epic! Saw a black fox and an Owl.
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area
I could just cut and paste my report from last year except Georg strolled up to the Third Burroughs. Then he always is an over-achiever on the hikes.We left just before 8 am and finished up at 4 pm wi...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Three words capture yesterday’s hike to Burroughs or as I know it, Third Burroughs: clouds, finally, and remarkable. If one listened to Monday night’s local news, one heard the weather announcers lam...