Waterfalls along the Ohanapecosh River.

Crystal Lakes: The first 1.5 miles of trail climbs through the forest on a series of switchbacks which provide a good look at Mount Rainier until the view is eclipsed by Crystal Peak. The next mile leads to forested Lower Crystal Lake, the smaller of the two lakes. The lovely open basin containing Upper Crystal Lake lies .5 mile beyond. Watch for elk and mountain goats grazing in July and August. The trailhead is located on SR 410 approximately 4 miles north of Cayuse Pass toward the north park boundary.
6 miles - 3 hours

There are wilderness camps both at Lower and Upper Crystal Lakes. Be sure to camp in designated sites only. Permits are required for camping, and are available parkwide from hiker information centers, ranger stations and visitor centers.

The Forest and Springs of Ohanapecosh: The green and quiet forests of Mount Rainier offer a shady counterpoint to the windswept high country of the park. Stroll beneath towering Douglas firs and hemlocks on your way to the bubbling mineral waters of the Ohanapecosh Hot Springs.
Ohanapecosh Campground, behind visitor center
1/2 mile - 30 minute loop trail

Grove of the Patriarchs: Explore a large island surrounded by the Ohanapecosh River where thousand year old Douglas fir and Western red cedar trees tower high above you.
Just west of the Stevens Canyon Entrance Station
1.3 miles - 1 hour loop trail

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