Naches Peak Loop
3 days ago
Snowfields to cross, could be difficult
9 this month · 135 reports
Owyhigh Lakes
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 month ago
The Owyhigh Lakes trail is in good condition, with no significant snow or major blowdowns reported by hikers in the past few months. The road access is suitable for all vehicles. Hikers have noted that fall colors, particularly yellows, were still visible as of October 11. Water sources may be a concern, as Tamanos Creek has been reported dry or at a trickle by several recent visitors (September 23, September 22). Wildlife, including marmots, mountain goats, and bears, has been observed in the area. Parking at the trailhead can be limited, with reports mentioning only a few spots available on occasion (September 22, September 21). The White River entrance may have long lines later in the day on weekends (July 19). <br>
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Multiple reports from September indicate that Tamanos Creek was dry or had only a trickle (September 23, September 22). It is uncertain how late into the season any water source may last.
Parking can be limited, with only a few spots available at the trailhead (September 22, September 21). Hikers have noted that arriving later in the day, especially on weekdays, may increase the chances of finding a spot.
Recent reports from October and September indicate the trail is in good condition with no significant blowdowns (October 11, September 21). Earlier reports in July also mentioned blowdowns, but trail crews appear to have cleared them (July 26, July 20).
Most recent reports from October and September state there were no significant bugs or that they were not a major issue (October 11, September 23, September 22, September 21, September 10). One report from mid-July mentioned bugs being an annoyance at the lakes (July 19).
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Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Completed a 36 mile loop starting close to the Steven Canyon Entrance and took the Eastside trail to the Owyhigh lakes then down to the White River road, then went up to Summerland up and over the pas...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
White River road was open and with no wait at 10:35 am, the bathrooms open and no issues parking at the trailhead. We enjoyed the long easy switchbacks to Owyhigh Lakes, a new trail to us. A pika sque...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
8 miles | 1,700' elevation gainSeptember is winter in the mountains.It’s a lesson that bears repeating, especially when a beautiful fall day can change quickly in the high country.Our hike to Owyhigh ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Nice little hike that you can tune to your liking and the weather -- up to the lakes, the gap or all the way to the summit of Tamanos.
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
No line at the park entrance at 10:15am this Tuesday. The parking lot only has eight spots and we were number six. No toilet at TH but there are plenty of trees just down the service road.We met a few...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
My hiking group had a great fall hike to Owyhigh Lakes today. Two cars were in the Th lot when we pulled inat 9:10. It was 52 degrees with sunny skies. This trailhead has no toilet so stop at the entr...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Owyhigh Lakes is another hike that I get to check off the list- an ever growing list that fluctuates year in and year out. As soon as I check off some long standing hikes, I find myself adding more an...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
No bugs, bears, or berries! Lovely cool day with some clouds. No line at the White River entrance at 10:15, probably because the road is closed to cars past WH Campground. Very quiet on the trail: s...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Tamanos was our target but Georg tweaked his back loading 14 bags of mulch. I always ask for help. I am old and am not to proud to let the younger people help. That is what they are there for.Usually ...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Leaving a trip report here because of the note on the page that says:8.7.26: Trails and roads in the White River & Sunrise section of the park are closed due to the Grand Park 2 fire.The lakes are sti...