| Difficulty | Distance | Elevation Gain |
|---|---|---|
| More Difficult | 4.2 Miles One-way |
Notes
Hikers seeking alpine scenery with panoramic views and patches of wildflowers won't be disappointed. This trail provides access to the Norse Peak View Trail which enters the Norse Peak Wilderness. In the summer be prepared for dust, biting flies and carry extra water for this is a dry trail.
Begin this trail 500 feet up Forest Service Road 7190410. It is a steady climb up this steep route. Reach the junction with the Norse Peak View Trail 1191.1 at mile 4.0, which takes off to Norse Peak, an old lookout site. On a clear day the peak offers views of Mount Rainier, Mount Adams, Mount Stuart, Glacier Peak, Mount Baker and the Olympics. As you climb up the Norse Peak Trail enjoy the beautiful close-up views of Mt. Rainier. At mile 4.8 cross a ridge and descend to the Pacific Crest Trail 2000 at Big Crow Basin. Use the easier grade trail to help stop soil erosion on the steep slopes.
Big Crow Basin has an old Civilian Conservation Corps shelter built in the 1930s that can come in handy during a sudden storm.
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Food and Water
Don’t forget to pack some energizing snacks and plenty of water. If you need to treat water, water treatment pills can help, but only boiling water can kill the parasite Giardia.