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Nisqually Vista Loop
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 week ago
The Nisqually Vista Loop is reported to be in excellent condition, fully paved and snow-free as of August 1. The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles, and parking was ample even on a Friday evening in late August. While some wildflowers were noted in late August, recent reports indicate not a lot of fall color, with August 31 suggesting other trails might be better for that specific scenery. The loop is considered easy and stroller-friendly, with great views of the mountain itself.
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The trail is fully paved and reported to be in good condition with no snow or significant obstacles as of August 1. It is considered an easy trail suitable for families and strollers.
Parking was reported as ample in the lower parking lot on a sunny Friday evening in late August. Another report from August 10 mentions lucking out and getting a spot in the lower lot on a busy Monday.
Wildflowers were still noted as abundant in late August and also mentioned as blooming and diverse on August 1. However, one report from September 18 stated there were not a lot of fall colors on the loop.
No bugs were reported by any of the recent trip reports. The last mention of bugs was in late August and September 18, with both stating no bugs.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
This trail was part of my “how-many-easy hikes-can-I-do-in-a-single-day-around- Mt. Rainier-area”. Super EZ paved trail.I got here around 5:45pm and there was ample parking in the lower parking lot, o...
Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
I hiked the Nisqually Trail at the end of August with my two boys, ages 2 and 5. I brought a stroller for the younger one, but in hindsight, I probably could have done without it. There are quite a fe...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
This trail is located in the Paradise area of Mt Rainier NP. An easy trail to do, fully paved and only 200 ft in elevation gain. This trail is great for kids, and also stroller friendly. This is also ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
A great family loop (3 generations) to the glacier viewpoint!
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Busy Monday at MRNP, but we lucked out and got a parking spot in the lower lot at Paradise. My 3 year old loved the hike and my husband and I appreciated the paved trail so we didn’t have to worry abo...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
A lovely stroll on a less crowded trail. Smoke has cleared and nice views.
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Hiked from Jackson Visitor Center onto the Avalanche Lily Trail. The connected to the Deadhorse Trail and went down it to go hike the Nisqually Vista Loop. Then returned back the visitor center. Easy ...
Older4 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
trail starts with steep climb up snow covered path, and most of path is snow covered. spikes would help but we were able to do it with regular hiking shoes without too much issue
Older6 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
It's been months since I've been able to get on the trails, and snow time is limited, so I hit an old favorite. According to the ranger at the gate there is 8 feet of snow on the trails up at Paradise...