Near Indian Henry's Hunting Ground via Kautz Creek
Rainier and Pyramid Peak (photo by brewbooks)
Near Indian Henry's Hunting Ground via Kautz Creek
Mt Rainier from Kautz Creek
Near Indian Henry's Hunting Ground via Kautz Creek
Kautz creek

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Indian Henry's Hunting Ground via Kautz Creek

4.5 (2 Ratings)
A winding slog through dense forest to open meadows, teeming with wildlife and wildflowers.
10.5
mi
Distance
3,724
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Fires are prohibited. No pets on trails. Treat water before drinking.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
10.46mi
Distance
3,724ft
Elevation Gain
3,724ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
5,648ft
High Point
2,415ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Park at the Kautz Creek Picnic Area and take the trailhead located across the road. From the trailhead follows Kautz Creek for about 1 mile before crossing the creek on a log bridge and enters old growth forest. In another half mile the trail begins a series of switchbacks and climbs steeply through forest for another 2 miles before emerging along the south flank of Mount Ararat. The trail enters a series of meadows before climbing a final ridge and descending to the ranger cabin in the meadows of Indian Henry's.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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