Sheep Lake to Sourdough Gap
2 weeks ago
Fall colors are outstanding
4 this month · 76 reports
Crystal Mountain Loop (Silver King)
Mount Rainier Area
updated 3 weeks ago
The Crystal Mountain Loop (Silver King) trail is in excellent condition with no snow or bugs reported as of October 20. The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles. Hikers have enjoyed stunning fall colors, particularly reds, as of September 18. The trail offers great views of surrounding volcanoes, though tree cover can obscure some vistas near Silver King. The upper sections can be steep and involve some scrambling, but there are options to take the gondola down, which is recommended by some to save knees. Parking can be full, especially on weekends.
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What hikers ask about Crystal Mountain Loop (Silver King)
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The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles as reported on October 20. No issues with the road have been mentioned in recent reports.
No trail obstacles have been reported as of October 20. The trails are described as being in good condition and easy to follow.
Fall colors are reportedly popping, with stunning reds visible on the mountain as of September 18. This was noted on a hike that was only 34 days ago.
The summit area can be quite busy, especially on weekends, as it's a popular destination with gondola access. One report from September 18 mentioned the parking lot was quite full at 11 am on a Friday, anticipating a lot of people at the top.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
I did a combination on/off-trail loop hike to conquer Silver Queen, the Throne, and Silver King. Starting from the main parking lot, I first went up the Kelley's Gap Service road to get a lot of the ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Parking lot quite full at 11am on Friday. It is the last weekend for the scenic gondola, so anticipate a lot of people at the top!I took the Silver Creek Trail to the summit. Trail was very easy to fo...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Hiked from Crystal Mountain parking area to Summit house via the Silver Creek Trail to Henskin Lake and connected to the Crystal Mountain Trail. It was a beautiful day for a hike. Clear skies and not ...
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
TBD
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
I really like this trail. Took the gondola up with my little dog. Pepper liked the ride more than me. I hold my breath with every bump, swing and delay. He just rolled with it. It felt like perfect we...
Older5 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Parked at the ski area lot. Headed up to the summit where the gondola drops off folks. Gondola not running yet. Lots of Glacier lillies. A couple of short snow fields to cross. Not too tough, but...
Older14 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
In looking at the Crystal Mountain Resort website this morning to see the webcams and weather, I noticed that they had a community event planned yesterday that was canceled due to air quality. I chec...
Older25 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
It was a winter wonderland today as Glen99 and I got up to Crystal Mountain(Silver King) and Three Way Peak summits via the Crystal Lakes Trail, starting around 9:40am.Once up to the Upper Crystal Lak...
Older25 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Winter has arrived girls and boys! Kidz Won't Hike and I started from Crystal Lakes TH went to the lakes and then climbed Crystal Mountain and Three Way Peak. After the first mile it was consistent sn...
Mount Rainier Area
Got up to the Crystal lot around noon. There were 3 dozen cars, but we didn't see many people around - the facilities are closed, including the restrooms. There are some tables to sit and eat if you t...