Shriner Peak Trail
This steep, exposed trail takes you to the top of Shriner Peak, where an historic old lookout tower still stands.
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Shriner Peak Trail Details
This steep, exposed trail takes you to the top of Shriner Peak, where an historic old lookout tower still stands and offers views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Range. Since the trail remains out of the trees for a chunk of the hike and offers no water en route, it's best to leave early on hot summer days. To reach the trailhead, follow State Route 123 north of the Stevens Canyon Entrance for about 3.5 miles and look for a sign about half a mile north of the Panther Creek Bridge. The trail quickly winds out of the forest, cuts through wildflower meadows, and then follows a steep ascent until you reach a ridgetop and, with luck, enjoy a little breeze. Continue along the top of the ridge, enjoying views down into Shriner Lake, and then begin a series of steep switchbacks to the 5,834-foot summit. Trail stats: 8 miles; 3,434 feet of vertical gain; 5 hours.
Difficulty
High
Distance
8 miles
Estimated time
5 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Shriner Peak Trail
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Shriner Peak
Shriner Peak on the eastern side of the park can be accessed via State Route 123 and the Shriner Peak Trail.
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Grove of the Patriarchs
Grove of the Patriarchs is home to some of the park's grandest and oldest trees.
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Grove of the Patriarchs
The easy, 1.3-mile Grove of the Patriarchs Trail begins just northwest of the Stevens Canyon Entrance on the park's southeast side.
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Silver Falls
The trail to pretty Silver Falls starts in Ohanapecosh Campground.
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Three Lakes Trail
This 12-mile out-and-back trail leads to three high-alpine lakes in a basin at the very edge of the park border.
