Laughingwater Creek Trail
Mount Rainier National Park, Lewis County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Rainier National Park, Lewis County, WA. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 14.4 mi (23.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,065 ft (1,239 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 40 min
- High point
- 5,643 ft (1,720 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Three Lakes Camp 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Laughingwater Creek Trail
How long is Laughingwater Creek Trail?
Laughingwater Creek Trail is 14.4 mi (23.1 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 40 min. It climbs 4,065 ft (1,239 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,643 ft (1,720 m).
How hard is Laughingwater Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Laughingwater Creek Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Laughingwater Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Laughingwater Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Laughingwater Creek Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Laughingwater Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Laughingwater Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Laughingwater Creek Trail
- Three Lakes Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Expert · 11.6 mi (18.7 km)
- Laughingwater Creek Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Expert · 14.5 mi (23.4 km)
- Eastside Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Expert · 10.1 mi (16.2 km)
- Cowlitz Divide Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Expert · 8.1 mi (13 km)
- Cowlitz Divide Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Expert · 8.2 mi (13.3 km)
- Eastside Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Moderate · 7.2 mi (11.7 km)
- Silver Falls Loop Mount Rainier National Park · Moderate · 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
- Hot Springs Trail Mount Rainier National Park · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
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