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Tolmie Peak Trail

Hiking Trail

Hard
5.61 mi
1,606 ft
2:53:03
The Tolmie Peak Trail is one of the most spectacular hikes in the entire National Park System. You’ll travel from the shore of Mowich Lake to one of the park’s historic fire towers. The views from the tower, which sits on the summit of Tolmie Peak are so breathtaking that you’ll just have to go see it for yourself. The trail follows an out and back route. Because of the length and total elevation gain, most hikers consider this a hard hike. The Tolmie Peak Trail is one of the most popular hikes for Strava members visiting Mount Rainier National Park. The inside of the fire lookout is closed to the public, but it may be possible to climb the steps up to the deck.

Route and Elevation

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5,000 ft5,200 ft5,400 ft5,600 ft5,800 ft0.0 mi0.5 mi1.0 mi1.5 mi2.0 mi2.5 mi3.0 mi3.5 mi4.0 mi4.5 mi5.0 mi5.5 mi

Segments

NameDistanceElev. Diff.Avg. Grade
Mountain Meadows Rd Climb0.50 mi499 ft18.7%
Tolmie Peak Trail Climb0.78 mi574 ft13.9%
Tolmie Peak Trail Climb0.23 mi223 ft17.8%