Camp Summerland via Summerland Trail
4.3 mi
Distance
1 hrs 55 min
Time
terrain
2,100 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a moderate one way trail to Camp Summerland in Mount Rainier National Park.
Sights to See
Rate this Hike
★★★★★
We found this to be a moderate hike with a gradual increase in elevation up to the last mile where switchbacks will take you to the the Summerland camping area. The views of the river, glacier, and mountain are well worth the climb. We went at the end of the season (August 29th) so most of the wild flowers on the decline, but still plenty of color overall. Water crossings were well constructed and easy to navigate. We took three hours to get up to the camp and then two and a quarter hours to return. Nice trail. Old growth forest. Perfect hiking weather (60s). Not a lot of parking spaces so get there early! Our gps said we covered 9 miles total trip.
★
★
★
★
