Near Sunrise Rim
Through the trail near Sunrise
Near Sunrise Rim
Black bear Mt. Rainier National Park.
Near Sunrise Rim
This mountain's scale in incomprehensible...

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Sunrise Rim

4.3 (6 Ratings)
Staggering views from atop the rim make this connector trail a must-do!
0.5
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.53mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
168ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
6,390ft
High Point
6,213ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
At an elevation of 6,400 feet, Sunrise is the highest point that can be reached by vehicle at Mount Rainier National Park. In summer, mountain meadows abound with wildflowers. On clear summer days Sunrise provides breathtaking views of Mount Rainier, Emmons Glacier, and vibrant wildflower meadows. Sunrise Point offers nearly 360-degree views of the surrounding valleys, Mount Rainier, and other volcanoes in the Cascade Range, such as Mount Adams. These views and an excellent trail system make Sunrise the second most visited location in the park. From the Sunrise Trailhead, this short trail traverses along the rim before terminating at Wonderland Trail.

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