Mount Peak (Pinnacle Peak)
Mount Rainier Area
As of March 25, 2026, the south trailhead for Pinnacle Peak is accessible and open. Recent reports indicate a blowdown approximately a quarter mile up the trail, covering two switchbacks (March 25). The trail itself was in good condition prior to this obstacle. The Cal Magnusson trail remains closed due to a washout. Several reports from December 2025 and February 2026 mention the trail being snow-free and in good condition with no significant obstacles beyond minor washouts and the aforementioned blowdown. Parking is available at the south lot.
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Conditions at a Glance
Trail
Trail in good condition
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Snow
Snow free
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Road
Road suitable for all vehicles
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Bugs
No bugs
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Sources
Hiked up from the south lot- just wanted to report that there was a blowdown while we were on trail that covered two switchbacks (about a quarter mile up after leaving the gravel path). See attached p...
I did this one without the dog. 1000 ft up over the course of a mile. 31 minutes up and 34 minutes to get back down. The trail was very well maintained and amazingly, I didn’t see a single blackberry ...
We hiked from Cal Magnusson trail head. Coming down we decided to take the 'straight shot' to the Parking Lot. Unfortunately, we didn't know it was on the OTHER side of the mountain. Our GPS said it w...
I started from the south trailhead around 10:30 this morning and took the road up to where it ends, then hopped on the trail the rest of the way up to the lookout. Not much in the way of views today, ...
I did go up two times back to back. There is a small section of washout but doesn’t really affect the trail. I’ll post a picture of the section. I hardly noticed a difference in the trail as I was dis...
King County Parks just closed the N side trail, and today they were out evaluating exactly what work needs to be done. This will be done over probably the next few months. There are signs at the bott...
Trail is open on Mud Mountain road side. Large group hikes up every new years eve day, they celebrating and singing! Family friendly.Trail in good shape, several routes. Can walk the gravel road or tr...
trail currently closed due to washout
Came across a large tree that was blocking the trail making passage very challenging if not impossible for some users.Exact coordinates are: 47.172146, -121.974241
A small little offshoot trail just before the lookout goes downhill to an opening in the trees providing a great view of Rainier.Incredible view today. Interesting fire tower at the top.Came up the Ca...
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