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Wonderland Trail

Wonderland Trail - Mount Rainier National Park

A spectacular 93-mile loop circumnavigating Mount Rainier through old-growth forests, alpine meadows, and glacial valleys. This iconic trail offers stunning views of the mountain from all sides with significant elevation changes throughout.

πŸ“ 81.66 miles
⛰️ 24,258 ft gain
⬇️ 24,271 ft loss
πŸ•οΈ 21 campsites
🌊 0 tide zones

Route Direction

This trail can be hiked in either direction

Clockwise⇄Counterclockwise

Trail Statistics

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Total Distance
81.66 miles
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Elevation Gain
24,258 ft
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Elevation Loss
24,271 ft

Logistics & Information

permits

Wilderness camping permits required. Reserve well in advance at recreation.gov. Permits are highly competitive.

bear Cans

Bear canisters required for all food storage. Available for rent at ranger stations.

best Season

Late July through September for best conditions and snow-free passes.

difficulty

Difficult - Significant elevation gain, multiple passes, and backcountry navigation required

Trailheads

Start: Longmire

Most popular place to start/end the trail.

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End: Longmire

Most popular place to start/end the trail.

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Trail Map

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Interactive map coming soon

Map will show trailheads, campsites, and tide zones