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Crystal Mountain Loop (Silver King)
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 week ago
The Crystal Mountain Loop (Silver King) trail is currently in good condition, with no snow reported as of September 18. The road is suitable for all vehicles, and there are no bug concerns. Parking at the lot was full by 11 am on a Friday, indicating a high volume of visitors, especially as it was the last weekend for the scenic gondola. The trail offers a steady climb with a steep final scramble to the summit, which can be quite busy. Hikers are advised that the trail is primarily loose dirt and can be dusty, so good traction footwear and a hiking pole are recommended for the steeper sections. Some reports indicate that fall colors are beginning to show, particularly a stunning red, as of September 18.
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The road is suitable for all vehicles, as reported on September 18. There have been no reports of issues with road access in the recent trip reports.
The trail is described as being in good condition with no snow as of September 18. The final section to the summit is a steep scramble, and the trail surface is loose dirt and dusty, suggesting good traction footwear is recommended.
The parking lot was quite full by 11 am on a Friday, as noted on September 18. This suggests that arriving early, especially on weekends, is advisable to secure a spot.
No bugs were reported on the trail as of September 18. Previous reports from August 20 and July 19 also indicate no significant bug issues.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week 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...
Older1 month 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 ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
TBD
Older2 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...
Older3 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...
Older12 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...
Older23 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...
Older23 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...
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...
Older26 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Mosquitoes and deer flies fierce! The hippie bug spray did not work…..Wear bug protection clothing!This is a demanding hike physically and mentally. I’ve done this 2 weekends in a row. Basically 2 sec...