Trip

Winter Scramble - Van Trump Park & Mildred Point

A gorgeous loop with lots of variety (subject to snow condition constraints ;). Nominally cross country from Longmire to Comet Falls, Mildred Point via lower Van Trump Park, and a return via Rampart Ridge with some last views at Point 4100.

Sat, Nov 25, 2023
Committee: Seattle Alpine Scrambling Subcommittee - Winter Scrambling
Activity Type: Scrambling
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Winter Scramble
Leader Rating: Challenging
Mileage: 13.0 mi
Elevation Gain: 4,000 ft
High Point Elevation: 5,935 ft

Availability: FULL (7 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Leader's notes

Exact itinerary dependent on snow conditions, but assuming best case snow conditions our ‘full monty’ loop will be ~4000’ gain over ~13 miles. Photos from past trips can be seen here. Leader permission for conditioning and prior experience with winter conditions/equipment.

Meeting place and time

Longmire Museum, time arranged via email.

Route/Place

Van Trump Park

Recommended Maps & Charts:
Green Trails Mt Rainier West No. 269
USGS Mt Rainier West
Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
See full route/place details.