Christine Falls, on the road to Paradise.

All distances and times are round-trip from the Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center, unless otherwise stated. See map of Paradise Area hiking trails.

Alta Vista Trail: A loop leading through flower fields to a prominent knoll overlooking Paradise with views of Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens.
1.5 miles - 1 hour

Dead Horse Creek: A spur trail which joins the Skyline Trail below Glacier Vista, less steep than the Skyline trail.
2.5 miles - 1.5 hours to Glacier Vista

Paradise Glacier: Recently glaciated, the area offers a view of polished rocks and other ice carved formations.
6 miles - 4 hours

Lakes Trail: A loop which takes you through subalpine meadows to Reflection Lakes, offering fine views of Stevens Ridge and the Tatoosh Range.
5 miles - 4 hours

Moraine Trail: A spur off the Dead Horse Creek Trail leading to the rock moraine at the edge of the Nisqually Glacier. Wear sturdy boots for this hike and use caution while crossing loose rocks on the moraine.
3 miles - 1 3/4 hours

Nisqually Vista Trail: A rather easy loop from which you can enjoy views of the mountain and the entire length of the Nisqually Glacier.
1.2 miles - 1 hour

Skyline Trail: This is the highest trail at Paradise, taking you above tree line to Glacier Vista and Panorama Point for views of Mount Adams, Mount St. Helens, and the Nisqually Glacier.
5 miles - 4 hours

Camp Muir: Follow the Skyline Trail 2.3 miles upward to Pebble Creek. Here the Muir Snowfield begins, and the next 2.2 miles involve an ascent of 2800' up the snowfield. Although thousands of people hike to Camp Muir each year, it is not for the inexperienced or novice hiker.
The trailhead is located to the left of the ranger station in the large parking lot at Paradise.
9 miles - 6 to 8 hours, 4,600 foot elevation change

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