1212. The Skyline Trail to Panoramic Point, Mount Rainier National Park
Venture to Washington State for two to three hours and complete this short albeit strenuous four-mile hike. The popular Skyline Trail is one of the park’s best hikes. It’s a notably strenuous loop hike that is more than six miles in length. You can cut off a couple of miles by stopping at Panoramic Point.
That way, if you don’t feel up to a challenging, lengthy hike you can still enjoy magnificent views. Your adventurous short hike begins at the Paradise Visitor Center. From there you hike uphill to popular Panoramic Point. Remember though that even if you visit in summer, the trail still might be layered with snow.
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