Sunrise Nature Trail
This 1.5-mile easy hike starts at the Sunrise picnic area and passes through wildflower meadows.
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Sunrise Nature Trail Details
This 1.5-mile easy hike starts at the Sunrise picnic area and passes through wildflower meadows while offering dynamite views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountains along the way. This gentle, self-guided loop proves perfect for families with kids, as it gains little elevation yet offers postcard views from 6,400 feet. Trail stats: 1.5 miles; 300 feet elevation gain; 45 minutes.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
1.5 miles
Estimated time
45 min
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sunrise Nature Trail
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0.1 mi away
Burroughs Mountain Trail
Enjoy fantastic views of Rainier, Little Tahoma, and Mount Fremont, and a chance to spot marmots and pikas along the route.
0.1 mi away
Sunrise Visitor Center
The Sunrise Visitor Center offers excellent exhibits on the mountain and park.
0.1 mi away
Forest Lake Trail
Hike up to a quiet lake for a cool dip, and enjoy huckleberries and wildlife spotting along the way.
0.1 mi away
Dege Peak via Sourdough Ridge Trail
This hike through the subalpine meadows above Sunrise offers unbeatable postcard views of Mount Rainier.
0.2 mi away
Mount Fremont Lookout Trail
This 5.6-mile trail climbs 900 feet between Sunrise (6,400 feet) and a fire lookout tower that was built in the 1930s.
