We hiked this trail on a foggy day and were really impressed with this old growth forest. It was a beautiful hike, quiet. The trees were too huge to photograph. I tried to have people in my pictures for a sense of scale.
Huge, beautiful trees abound on this well-used trail. Any footwear or fitness level will do. Take your camera! Serenity with easy access.
This is right on the entrance to the Steven's Canyon entrance to Mt. Rainier Park. Very easy about 1 mile hike, does include crossing a suspension bridge, so not for someone with limited mobility. These trees are giants, and so old, and a variety of them too. Family really enjoyed seeing this.
If you have never seen an old growth forest, this is a prime example. The short trail to this impressive sight is definately worth it.
It is worthwhile to take the trail to the Grove of the Patriarchs. It is only a mile, and is mostly level. Even though it was raining when we did the hike, we barely got wet due to the size of the trees. Quite impressive.
If you like trees, especially big trees, this is perhaps the best short hike in Rainier National Park. An easy 1-mile round trip hike, well maintained trail takes you through massive standing and fallen Douglas fir, silver fir, cedar, and alder. Fall colors just starting when we were there, adding even more beauty! A small hanging suspension bridge crosses a stream to reach the largest of the giants. Typically bouncy, as hanging bridges tend to be, it will still be quite manageable for most people. This hike is definitely a highlight of a visit to Mt. Rainier National Park.... highly recommended!
We have done this hikes so many times and certainly a place I take visitors to. Very easy walk through deep old growth forest until you cross a suspension bridge onto the island where the grove is locate. It is because of its location on this island that these ancient cedars have been spared wildfire damage. Just awesome sights!
Huge massive beautiful trees abound on this well-used trail. Any footwear will do. If you have balance or vertigo issues the suspension bridge may not be for you. Take your camera! Serenity abounds.
WOW! We simply loved that walk.... looking at trees over 1,000 years old was simply amazing. We will do that trail again.
Too hot and snowy (yes) at the top so came down to this trail. stunningly beautiful.