Deadhorse Creek Trail to Golden Gate Loop
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Route Description for Deadhorse Creek Trail to Golden Gate Loop
This pretty, moderate loop hike in the Paradise area of Mount Rainier National Park is a great option for intermediate hikers looking to enjoy views over the endless old-growth forests, alpine meadows, and mountains of the park. Bring bug spray on this hike!
The trail begins from the upper lot at Paradise, to the left of the restrooms. Take Waterfall Trail to Deadhorse Creek Trail, crossing the namesake creek. When Deadhorse Creek merges with Skyline, continue roughly north, keeping right at the split with Glacier Vista Trail.
Skyline eventually turns sharply right. Continue to Panorama Point, and then shortly thereafter, take the Upper Skyline Trail that branches right (if you hit Pebble Creek, you’ve gone too far). Continue to Golden Gate Falls, switchbacking down Golden Gate Trail.
The trail merges with Skyline and passes Myrtle Falls. Continue on Skyline back to Paradise.
Getting to the Deadhorse Creek Trail to Golden Gate Loop Trailhead
To get to the trailhead for the Deadhorse Creek Trail and Golden Gate Loop from the east entrance to the park, take Highway 123 to Stevens Canyon Road. 19.0mi from the turnoff, turn right onto Paradise Road East. In just over two miles, park at the upper lot.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
April-September
Pets allowed:
No
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Loop
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