WT
Washington
93Miles
7–14 daysTypical thru-hike
Some experienceExperience
Jul, Aug, SepBest Season
ModerateCrowds
The Wonderland Trail is a 93-mile loop around Mount Rainier in Washington. The trail crosses 17 major river systems and multiple glacial valleys, with total elevation gain of approximately 22,000 feet. Backcountry camping requires a permit lottery through the National Park Service.
Trail Characteristics
- Distance: 93 miles
- Route type: Loop
- Terrain: Alpine, Forest
- Navigation: Standard trail
- Resupply: Sparse
Permits: Permit required
Resources
- NPS – Mount Rainier (official trail organization)
- Wikipedia: Wonderland Trail
- FarOut Guide (offline maps and water sources)
- Route map on CalTopo
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