Mystic Lake via Sunrise
Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 18 mi (28.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,810 ft (1,466 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,821 ft (2,079 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Mystic Camp 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Granite Creek Camp 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Granite Creek Group Camp 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Frozen Lake Viewpoint 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Yakima Park Viewpoint 15.5 mi (25 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mystic Lake via Sunrise
How long is Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
Mystic Lake via Sunrise is 18 mi (28.9 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 15 min. It climbs 4,810 ft (1,466 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,821 ft (2,079 m).
How hard is Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.8 mi (1.2 km).
Is Mystic Lake via Sunrise shaded?
Partly shaded (51% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Mystic Lake via Sunrise?
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.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap