Plummer Peak, Mt. Rainier National Park Trip Report
August 15, 2003
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Directions: From Tacoma drive 40 miles south on Highway 7 to Elbe and go east 10 miles on Highway 706 to the Mount Rainier National Park Nisqually Entrance Station. Proceed 15 miles to Stevens Canyon Road. Turn right (south) and drive 1.5 miles south to the Reflection lakes parking area. The trailhead is on the south side of the road.
Trail notes: If you are at Paradise for one day and want to head straight for the best camera angle in the area, here is your trail. Unlike other Paradise vistas, which actually traverse the lower slopes of the mountain, Pinnacle Saddle is a bit more detached, keeping a constant watch on Rainier from the Tatoosh Range to the south. The trail starts out gradually and then turns upward sharply enough to crimp the style of even the most aerobically fit The trail ends at an elevation of 6,000 feet in the saddle between Pinnacle Peak (6,562 feet) and Plummer Peak (6,370feet). The view of Rainier is framable, and the view backward, to the south, is almost as magnificent. Try to pick out Mount Adams in the haze. Special note: Sections of this trail remain snowbound until midsummer and should not be attempted by hikers without experience crossing snow. Sturdy, waterproof, and deep-lugged boots are recommended, if not essential. Several scrambles from the saddle to the top are inviting, but should be avoided by most.
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Reviewed By: Anonymous on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 @ 12:49:53 AM
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I have been to the top of Pinnacle Peak (pictured) at least 3 times. Too old now. Up the first time with a friend (age 30+), the second time with my sons who thought I was dogging it (age 40+) as they flew right up the scramble, and a third time with a lady friend from work (age 45+) who had to be boosted at a few points but was glad I egged her to the top for one of the best views of the world, bar none. I have photos to prove it from before digital camera days. Next time I go to the saddle will be with the wife for a second attempt and, with any luck, we will have enough time and good enough weather to head east from the saddle and a couple miles out to see what goes on down ridge. It is a great day hike. Mt Goats can be found up there. Bring some snacks for the chipmonks and a camera and binoculars for sure.
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