Owyhigh Lake
9.7 mi
Distance
4 hrs 30 min
Time
terrain
2,425 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult out and back trail to Owyhigh Lake in Mount Rainier National Park.
This trail goes by Sydney Falls and Barrier Peak.
Rate this Hike
★★★★★
This trail was in fair condition. There were 6 downed trees that needed to be traversed and areas of the trail were fairly overgrown. Overall, however, it is a great walk through the woods with some spectacular meadows along the way. The lake, although small, sits majestically beneath the beautiful mountains that surround it. If you like wildflowers, they are in full bloom this time of year and really are a highlight of the journey. My round trip hike was about 10.2 miles with around 2900 feet of elevation gain.
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Public Tracks
WA-123 to Owyhigh Lakes
Great hike, high bear activity, great views.
