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Mount Rainier National Park hiking guide

Klapatche Park Trail

A 9.3-mile trail with 7,310 ft of climbing in Longmire, rated extreme.

Klapatche Park Trail, Mount Rainier National Park
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Key facts

Length
9.3 mi (15.0 km)
Elevation gain
7,310 ft (2,227 m)
Difficulty
Extreme
Area
Longmire

About Klapatche Park Trail

Wander through serene alpine meadows abundant with subalpine wildflowers and enjoy grand views of Mount Rainier. The trail follows the South Puyallup River before ascending to high meadows, featuring serene Aurora Lake. This scenic route offers breathtaking vistas and tranquil backcountry experiences, making it a favorite among hikers.

Route map

Route map of Klapatche Park Trail in Mount Rainier National Park2 miN
StartFinishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

Nearby in Longmire

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