Guided Hikes
Not quite ready to explore on your own or want to adventure with a new crew? Check out our new guided hikes offered this summer! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting, our guides have a range of options from leisurely strolls to more challenging treks. We offer 2 guided hikes at Crystal Mountain, and 5 hikes in Mt. Rainier National Park. Get ready to discover summer at Crystal Mountain and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
What's Included
- Trained and professional guides
- Transportation from Crystal to/from the trailhead
- 1st aid equipment and other safety gear
- Optional – trekking poles
What's Not Included
- Hiking boots
- Clothing and outerwear (we require you bring rain gear even if weather appears sunny/warm)
- Water Bottles (we recommend a 1lt Nalgene or similar)
- Lunch & snacks
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Gratuities for your guides
Participant Restrictions
This activity is restricted to participants ages 6 and older. Participants must be in good health and physically able to complete the hiking distances and physical challenges outlined in the trip description. Unfortunately dogs and other pets are not allowed on tour.
BOOKING
Contact our Call Center at 833.279.7895 to book a guided hike. Availability starting July 5th, Friday - Sun
AVAILABLE GUIDED HIKING TRAILS
Silver Creek Trail
The Silver Creek Trail guided hike will begin at the base of Crystal Mountain, hiking almost 5 miles up to the Crystal Mountain summit before riding the gondola back down. All tours will meet at the base area outside of Fireside Cantina. Guides will conduct a gear check to ensure all guests are prepared for the adventure!
Price: Starting at $114/per person
Distance: 4.9 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,500 feet
Max Group Size: 12 people
Time: 5-6 hours
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Northway Trail
This is a long, exciting descent for good knees. This tour will take a gondola ride to the summit before crossing the ridgeline and following the trail to the north. Catch peak-a-boo views of majestic Mt. Rainier and continue down the trail with some technical sections that are narrow and steep. Tours will finish at the Lower Northway parking area where a van shuttle will take participants back to the base area.
Price: Starting at $129/per person
Distance: 6 miles roundtrip
Elevation Loss: 2,500 feet
Max Group size: 10 people
Time: 6-7 hours
Level: Advanced
Crystal Lakes
This short but steep hike will reward you with views of two lakes in a beautiful rocky setting. It's only three miles to the upper lake, with 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Tours will start at Crystal Mountain with transportation provided to and from Mt. Rainier National Park.
Price: Starting at $94/per person
Distance: 6 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,300 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 4-6 hours
Level: Intermediate
Owyhigh Lakes via Deer Creek Falls
This is a slightly longer hike to Owyhigh Lakes than the one that starts at Sunrise Road. Groups will meet at Crystal Mountain with transportation to and from the park.
Price: Starting at $184/per person
Distance: 10 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 6-7 hours
Level: Advanced
*Alternatively, Sydney Falls offers a shorter variation of the Owyhigh Lakes hike with a 4-mile roundtrip trek.
Burroughs Mountain
Burroughs Mountain sits on the northeastern face of Mount Rainier, hugging the Winthrop Glacier. It offers one of the best views of Washington's largest volcano. Tours will start at Crystal Mountain with transportation provided to and from Mt. Rainier National Park.
Price: Starting at $184/per person
Distance: 9 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,500 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 5-7 hours
Level: Advanced
Wonderland Trail Summerland
Our hike begins from the Summerland Trailhead in old-growth forest, on a trail that is almost level. In a quarter mile it joins the south-bound Wonderland Trail that arrives here from Sunrise. We'll continue on the trail for about 4.5 miles, stopping at a scenic viewpoint before heading back. The trail does go on! Panhandle Gap lies just beyond, another 1.5 miles along and 900 feet higher. If our time and energy permit guides may elect for this optional add-on to the Summerland hike.
Price: Starting at $144/per person
Distance: 10 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 7-10 hours
Level: Advanced
Sydney Falls via Deer Creek Falls
Sydney Falls is the major waterfall of Kotsuck Creek, situated in a deep canyon west of Highway 123 in the eastern part of Mount Rainier National Park. This hike begins from the Deer Creek Trailhead and descends gradually over the first ½ mile before making a steady climb back up to 3,600’ where we’ll enjoy views of the upper falls. Many visitors also know this waterfall as the Kotsuck Creek Falls.
Price: Starting at $114/per person
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10
Time: 5 hours
Level: Intermediate
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The Silver Creek Trail guided hike will begin at the base of Crystal Mountain, hiking almost 5 miles up to the Crystal Mountain summit before riding the gondola back down. All tours will meet at the base area outside of Fireside Cantina. Guides will conduct a gear check to ensure all guests are prepared for the adventure!
Price: Starting at $114/per person
Distance: 4.9 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,500 feet
Max Group Size: 12 people
Time: 5-6 hours
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Northway Trail
This is a long, exciting descent for good knees. This tour will take a gondola ride to the summit before crossing the ridgeline and following the trail to the north. Catch peak-a-boo views of majestic Mt. Rainier and continue down the trail with some technical sections that are narrow and steep. Tours will finish at the Lower Northway parking area where a van shuttle will take participants back to the base area.
Price: Starting at $129/per person
Distance: 6 miles roundtrip
Elevation Loss: 2,500 feet
Max Group size: 10 people
Time: 6-7 hours
Level: Advanced
Crystal Lakes
This short but steep hike will reward you with views of two lakes in a beautiful rocky setting. It's only three miles to the upper lake, with 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Tours will start at Crystal Mountain with transportation provided to and from Mt. Rainier National Park.
Price: Starting at $94/per person
Distance: 6 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,300 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 4-6 hours
Level: Intermediate
Owyhigh Lakes via Deer Creek Falls
This is a slightly longer hike to Owyhigh Lakes than the one that starts at Sunrise Road. Groups will meet at Crystal Mountain with transportation to and from the park.
Price: Starting at $184/per person
Distance: 10 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 6-7 hours
Level: Advanced
*Alternatively, Sydney Falls offers a shorter variation of the Owyhigh Lakes hike with a 4-mile roundtrip trek.
Burroughs Mountain
Burroughs Mountain sits on the northeastern face of Mount Rainier, hugging the Winthrop Glacier. It offers one of the best views of Washington's largest volcano. Tours will start at Crystal Mountain with transportation provided to and from Mt. Rainier National Park.
Price: Starting at $184/per person
Distance: 9 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,500 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 5-7 hours
Level: Advanced
Wonderland Trail Summerland
Our hike begins from the Summerland Trailhead in old-growth forest, on a trail that is almost level. In a quarter mile it joins the south-bound Wonderland Trail that arrives here from Sunrise. We'll continue on the trail for about 4.5 miles, stopping at a scenic viewpoint before heading back. The trail does go on! Panhandle Gap lies just beyond, another 1.5 miles along and 900 feet higher. If our time and energy permit guides may elect for this optional add-on to the Summerland hike.
Price: Starting at $144/per person
Distance: 10 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10 people
Time: 7-10 hours
Level: Advanced
Sydney Falls via Deer Creek Falls
Sydney Falls is the major waterfall of Kotsuck Creek, situated in a deep canyon west of Highway 123 in the eastern part of Mount Rainier National Park. This hike begins from the Deer Creek Trailhead and descends gradually over the first ½ mile before making a steady climb back up to 3,600’ where we’ll enjoy views of the upper falls. Many visitors also know this waterfall as the Kotsuck Creek Falls.
Price: Starting at $114/per person
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Max Group Size: 10
Time: 5 hours
Level: Intermediate
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