Description
Book SynopsisThis is the only comprehensive guide dedicated to this one classic trail. All alternate routes are also described (unlike the more general mentions in books that include other trails as well). Hikers will learn about all the best hidden side trips, discover great planning tips, find out how best to snag one of the coveted permits, and have complete sample itineraries available to help with planning, making this guide indispensable to anyone planning to tackle the Wonderland Trail.
Trade Review"This is an excellent book for a novice hiker who's interested in hiking the Wonderland trail. It's also an excellent book for a more experienced hiker planning to spend time on the Wonderland Trail. Loraine gives exact, detailed advice on what to pack, when to go, what to expect, how to get in shape and so on." —Seattle Backpacker Magazine, October 2012
Table of ContentsACKNOWLEDGMENTS
LIST OF MAPS
INTRODUCTION
- Mount Rainier and the Wonderland Trail
- Mount Rainier's Human History
- Natural History
- A Word about Mileages
- Accidents
- Blisters, Aches and Pains, and Injuries
- Bears, Bugs, and Other Critters
- Other Safety Issues
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
- Section Hikes or All at Once
- When to Go
- Where to Start
- How Long to Take
- What to Bring
- How to Get to Mount Rainier
- Accommodations
- Car Shuttles
- Food Drops
- Getting in Shape and Pacing Yourself
- Permits
- Leave No Trace Principles and Backcountry Etiquette
- Other Items Worth Considering
TRAIL DESCRIPTION
- Section 1: Longmire to Mowich Lake
- Section 2: Mowich Lake to Carbon River Camp Junction via the Wonderland Trail
- Section 3: Mowich Lake to Carbon River Camp Junction via the Spray Park Trail
- Section 4: Carbon River Camp Junction to Sunrise via the Wonderland Trail
- Section 5: Carbon River Camp Junction to Berkeley Park and Sunrise via the Norther Loop trail
- Section 6: Sunrise to Fryingpan Creek/Summerland Trailhead
- Section 7: Fryingpan Creek/Summerland Trailhead to Box Canyon via the Wonderland Trail
- Section 8: Fryingpan Creek/Summerland Trailhead to Cowlitz Divide and Box Canyon via the Eastside Trail
- Section 9: Box Canyon to Longmire
APPENDIX A: Recommended Reading
APPENDIX B: Selected Area Restaurants Motels, Outdoor Stores, and Other Businesses
APPENDIX C: Park Service Website and Telephone Numbers
INDEX
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
