This trail provides access to Trapper Creek Wilderness. Beautiful wildflowers and Bear Grass are abundant along the trail in season. The trail provides majestic views of Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, and Mount St. Helens.
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45.92, -122.02 · rel 15590827
45.92, -122.02 · rel 15590827
Observation Trail #132
11,1 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
Washington · 45.92°N ·
122.02°W
11,1km
Distance
demanding
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
22
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× summit
Sister Rocks
summit ·
488 m off route
2,0 km
18%
Observation Peak
summit ·
272 m off route
4,2 km
38%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Observation Trail #132 is 11.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, Observation Trail #132 takes approximately 2h 47min to complete.
No, Observation Trail #132 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Observation Trail #132 starts near coordinates 45.9499, -122.04.
Observation Trail #132 is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Observation Trail #132 is maintained and managed by US Forest Service.