Crystal Lakes
1 week ago
Trail snow-covered at times — gear and expertise recommended
4 this month · 52 reports
Emmons Moraine
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 month ago
The Emmons Moraine Trail is currently in good condition, being snow-free as of October 9. The trail is suitable for all vehicles, and there are no reported bugs as of the same date. One report notes seeing bicycle tracks on the trail leading to the top of 3rd Burroughs, indicating potential multi-use. There were also observations of fire-damaged areas and a small active fire near the Winthrop Glacier.
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The Emmons Moraine Trail is reported to be snow-free as of October 9. Additionally, there are no reported bugs on the trail as of that date.
One report from October 9 mentioned seeing bicycle tracks on the trail leading to the top of 3rd Burroughs, suggesting it may be used by cyclists. There were also observations of fire-damaged areas and a small active fire near the Winthrop Glacier mentioned in the same report.
The road to the trailhead is reported to be suitable for all vehicles as of October 9.
The weather on October 9 started with dense overcast and mist, with some sprinkles. The trail was described as long and steep initially. The hiker noted intermittent cold wind and light rain at Sunrise Camp, but the sky later cleared with the sun peeking out.
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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...
Older4 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
We reached the Sunrise entrance at 8:45am, but even that early the park was already full and they were only letting cars in one at a time as others left. We finally managed to squeeze through and reac...
Older4 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Did not finish.The water was flowing strongly at the river crossing, and the makeshift log crossing did not look stable or safe. We did not see anyone attempting to cross, so we decided to turn back r...
Older4 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Trail.is glorious and clear up to the river crossing (Inter Fork), though the runoff is still so high that we witnessed several parties turn back for several reasons (kids, health, courage etc.). If y...
Older5 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
On paper, this is an easy and rewarding Saturday hike -- three to four miles round trip, with most of the elevation gain near the start of the Glacier Basin Trail. In that brief trip, you quickly acce...
Older5 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Trail terrain: Glacier Basin trail is wide, smooth, and well-built. After you turn off onto the Emmons Moraine trail, it is narrow, eroding, a little scary. I remember there used to be a bridge over t...
Older14 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Did a quick overnight camp at Glacier Basin, with an ambition to ascend to Steamboat Prow as a day hike, inspired by this trip report:Steamboat Prow, Mount Ruth, Glacier Basin & Emmons Moraine — Thurs...
Older25 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Did not hike these, but wanted to give everyone a heads up that as of today the Sunrise Road (from White River campgrounds to Sunrise) is closed. It's that time of year again. More road closings to ...
Older26 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Mount Tahoma day! The weather guessers predicted clouds for most of the day. We started hike in a misty sprinkle at 9 am.Parked in the climber’s parking lot in the campground, trail is clearly marked...
Older26 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
To the woman I incorrectly scolded about mushroom picking, I apologize. But the park still wants you at one of these areas according to their website: "While mushroom hunting, please strive to minimiz...