Rampart Ridge Trail
Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WA
Loop trail in Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.8 mi (7.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,398 ft (426 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 15 min
- High point
- 4,094 ft (1,248 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Trailhead: Wonderland Trailhead 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Picnic area 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Wildernesss Information Center 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Wonderland Trail: Longmire Trailhead 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Cross-section of 1293 Douglas Fir 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Visitor center 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Trail Of The Shadows Trailhead 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rampart Ridge Trail
How long is Rampart Ridge Trail?
Rampart Ridge Trail is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,398 ft (426 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,094 ft (1,248 m).
How hard is Rampart Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rampart Ridge Trail?
Parking at the start. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rampart Ridge Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 4.8 mi (7.7 km). Toilets: 4.8 mi (7.7 km).
Is Rampart Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Rampart Ridge Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Rampart Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rampart Ridge Trail?
National Park Inn Restaurant, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Rampart Ridge 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.
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