Klapatche Park

One mile east of the Nisqually Entrance is the Westside Road junction. Turn here and continue up the Westside Road to where it ends (approximately 3 miles from the start of the road). Hike up the closed portion of the road to the trailhead (approximately 4 miles) at South Puyallup River Trail. The trail follows the South Puyallup River 1.8 miles to the junction with the Wonderland Trail. There is a wilderness camp here where some backpackers choose to spend their first night. Take the Wonderland Trail north 3.9 miles, climbing a series of steep switchbacks to reach St. Andrews Park and then on to Klapatche Park. Enjoy the phenomenal views and, hopefully, a peaceful night's rest here on the shoulder of Rainier. To return, either backtrack the way you came or make a loop with St. Andrews Creek trail for some additional forest and water scenery on the way back.