This is an C level Mazama Hike that occurs in a wilderness area. C level hikes are difficult or strenuous hikes with either over 15 miles in distance or over 3,000 feet elevation gain. C level hikes require you to apply; once you apply you will receive an email within a few days letting you know if you have been accepted onto the hike.

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Activity Notes

Our Route:

Skyline Loop with Panorama Point and Myrtle Falls

This hike in Rainier National Park will be about 6.5 miles with 2000 feet of elevation gain. But don't be fooled, it is not a "walk in the park." You will need to be conditioned for elevation. We will go slow and smell all the roses, watch the marmots, take pictures, enjoy the views. 

The start point of this hike is Paradise, which is often very busy and difficult to park. So the goal will be to get an alpine, O-dark-thirty start. 

Entering Rainier National Park

The National Park entrance fee is $30 per vehicle. As of this posting, the park has not issued a decision on whether timed entry passes into the park will be required for 2025.

Campground

Leader has secured group campsite for night of Friday, July 11. Reimbursement for campsite will be $10/pp

Other Information
General Route Info Will vary based on route chosen. Check the Activity & Leader Notes.
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