Laughingwater Creek Trail

Strenuous · Out-and-back · 14.2 mi round trip · 3,825 ft gain · 5 h 45 min–8 h 15 min

Parkingnot reported today

A long, demanding day; experienced hikers in good shape.

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At this trail

Park entrance fee dogs, accessibility, bikes: not recorded yet

Toilets and trash not confirmed here. Pack out what you pack in.

National Park Service page · Mount Rainier National Park (National Park Service) ›

In Mount Rainier National Park. Day hikes need no permit; overnight stays need a wilderness permit. Rules, fees and closures change. Check the official park site before you go. Official: conditions · roads · fees · permits.

Getting there

Starts at Laughingwater Creek Trailhead · 2 other trails start here

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Right now

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⚠ WILDFIRE CLOSURES: Sunrise & northern trails. White River open.Due to several active fires on the north side of the park, the following closures are in effect until further notice: Grand Park area & trails, Northern Loop Trail, Wonderland Trail from Carbon River Suspension Bridge…National Park Service · Sep 11 · details ›

⚠ SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake.There is NO public access to Carbon River & Mowich Lake from SR 165. The bridge is closed to pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles and there is no alternate route.National Park Service · Dec 4 · details ›

⚠ Fire RestrictionsThere are no current fire restrictions on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Even with lower fire risk please continue to practice safe fire habits: never leave a campfire unattended and make sure it is completely…Forest Service · Sep 18 · details ›

⚠ Be cautious around park rivers & learn how to cross safely!Many hikers underestimate the power of moving water. Regardless of your knowledge, skills, and experience use these pointers in making wise decisions before attempting to cross a river.National Park Service · Jun 29 · details ›

TonightPM48°

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Mostly Clear, wind 2 mph · Full forecast ›

7:13 am 6:34 pm

AQI 14

Wildfire: Carlton Pass fire, 9 km away

Cayuse Pass SR 123 (13 km): Eastbound: No restrictions · Westbound: No restrictions · pass report ›

US 12 at MP 150.9: White Pass Summit · 18 km ›

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