Eagle Peak Trail
A 7.2-mile hike with 3,000 feet of elevation gain.
Plan Around Eagle Peak Trail
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Eagle Peak Trail Details
To reach the Eagle Peak Trail, drive past the Longmire information center, through the employee housing area, and across a suspension bridge over the Nisqually River. You'll find the trailhead a few hundred feet on the other side of the bridge. Check in at the ranger station to make sure the bridge is open. The trail climbs through a thick forest for the first two miles, crosses a stream, and then eventually opens up in a hillside meadow at about 3 miles, where you may spot subalpine flowers depending on the season. On the other side of the meadow, the rocky trail becomes steeper as you climb the last half mile to the 5,700-foot saddle (watch your step here, as it can be super steep, exposed, and slippery). Trail stats: About 7.2 miles roundtrip with just under 3,000 feet of elevation gain; 5 hours.
Difficulty
High
Distance
7.2 miles
Estimated time
5 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Eagle Peak Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Eagle Peak Trail
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0.2 mi away
Longmire Museum
This small museum offers a good historical overview of the park, the Longmire family, and the Native Americans who once traveled through this area.
0.2 mi away
Carter Falls Trail
This easy out-and-back hike starts at Longmire and follows a short section of the Wonderland Trail.
0.3 mi away
Longmire Wilderness Information Center
From late May to early October, staff here provides backcountry camping information, wilderness permits, and sound advice for those venturing off to hike.
0.3 mi away
Trail of the Shadows
This .7-mile trail starts across the street from Longmire's National Park Inn.
0.3 mi away
Longmire General Store
The Longmire General Store, adjacent to the National Park Inn at Longmire, sells souvenirs and basic groceries to travelers and hikers.
