Moraine Trail
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Route Description for Moraine Trail
For a breather from the crowds and fabulous views, the Moraine Trail in the Paradise area of Mount Rainier National Park offers a perfect outing. You’ll be able to appreciate the Nisqually River Valley without needing to exert too much energy.
The Moraine Trail begins from the stone staircase at Paradise, following the Skyline Trail. Follow this trail for half a mile until the junction with Deadhorse Creek Trail. Go left at the junction onto Deadhorse. Keep left at the next junction.
In 76 m, a small sign on the right indicated the Moraine Trail. Take this route, passing the sign that indicates the end of the maintained trail. Continue on, taking the right trail at the division (the left is hazardous).
At the mile mark, cross a stream and walk to the edge of the moraine. We do not recommend taking the trail below as it is too close to the loose edge of the moraine in spots. Enjoy the views safely from here before returning.
Getting to the Moraine Trail Trailhead
To get to the Moraine Trail from the Nisqually entrance to the park, drive east on State Route 706 for 17.0mi to the lower Paradise parking lot.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
July-October
Pets allowed:
No
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Out and back
Moraine Trail Elevation Graph
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