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Pyramid Peak
Mount Rainier Area
updated 2 weeks ago
The trail to Pyramid Peak is largely snow-free as of September 8. The lower sections from Longmire are generally well-maintained, though some bridges on the Wonderland Trail have missing or lopsided planks as of August 30. Beyond Mirror Lakes, the bootpath becomes brushy and overgrown, with the final approach to the summit being particularly steep and requiring scrambling in places, with reports varying on its difficulty from "very easy Class 2" to needing to cling to vegetation September 8 and August 30. Blowdowns have been cleared in some sections by work crews as of August 15. The Tahoma Creek approach involves significant boulder-hopping and is less maintained than the Kautz Creek route. Parking at Longmire was surprisingly available before 7:30 AM on September 8.
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The trail beyond Mirror Lakes is described as brushy and overgrown, with the final scramble to the summit being steep and requiring some scrambling. Reports vary on the exact difficulty, with one hiker finding it challenging and potentially Class 2, while another described it as easy Class 2 as of September 8 and August 30.
Some bridges on the Wonderland Trail have missing or lopsided planks, which could be dangerous when wet as of August 30. The trail is also described as overgrown and steep in sections, with one report mentioning rocks tumbling down near the summit. Work crews have cleared blowdowns in some areas as of August 15.
Reports from September 8, August 30, and August 15 all indicate that the road is suitable for all vehicles.
On September 8, the Longmire parking area was nearly empty before 7:30 AM. Other reports do not specify parking conditions.
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Recent2 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Just hiked to (almost) Pyramid Peak today! This trail was a bit of a mixed bag for me.- I arrived to the main Longmire parking area just before 7:30 AM and was surprised to see it nearly empty!- I wen...
Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
On Sunday August 30th, a friend and I hiked from Longmire along the Wonderland Trail to Indian Henry's Hunting Ground, Mirror Lakes, and the summit of Pyramid Peak. The Wonderland Trail is in great co...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
I wanted to see Government Meadow, so I came in through Greenwater road to 47.091740,-121.406925 and walked the road to Camp Mike Urich. Absolutely beautiful spot. I then walked up the PCT to the Py...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
It was the perfect day to be the human sacrifice up Pyramid Peak today. In other words, I probably consumed/wore my body weight in spider webs and got so soaked from the severe overgrowth that it look...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Hiked Pyramid Peak via the Tahoma Creek Trail.I parked at the Westside Road closure (marked "Westside Road Trailhead" on Gaia) and hiked just over a mile up the road to the Tahoma Creek turnoff. The t...
Older4 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
I drove FR 70 and 7080, parked on the side of the road and hiked from Pyramid Pass. This approach involves 7 miles of unpaved road, which is mostly in good shape. I even met a road grader working alon...
Older10 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
The bluebird day called for hiking in high places, and the Kautz Creek trail did not dissappoint! Incredible solitude allowed for full appreciation of the various mushrooms, birdcalls, and glimpses of...
Older12 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
You can get to Pyramid via Kautz Creek in less miles, but that approach is pretty boring, so I figured I'd give the longer, more scenic route a try. And the verdict: the trade-off is absolutely well w...
Older12 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Today was all about the journey, because with the horrific smoke and hazy views, I knew it wouldn't be about the destination! I had a gloriously quiet and lovely stroll up the WT to the patrol cabin, ...
Older23 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
A glorious day at Mount Rainier! I hiked the Kautz Creek Trail to Indian Henry's Hunting Ground, then on to Mirror Lakes and Pyramid Peak.Trail to the hunting grounds was in great shape, a very small ...