Kautz Creek

Hike from Longmire in Mount Rainier National Park to Indian Henry's Hunting Ground. It's 12 miles round trip with 3,200 feet of elevation gain.

Getting There

Drive to Mount Rainier National Park, Nisqually entrance. Continue 3 miles to the trailhead on the left (north) side of the road (2,400 ft).

  • Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
  • Seasons: July, August, September, October
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Strenuous
  • Length: 12.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,200 ft
  • 5,600 ft
  • Land Manager: Mount Rainier National Park
  • Parking Permit Required: National Park Entrance Fee
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
  • Green Trails Mt Rainier West No. 269
  • Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
Activities

Upcoming Activities

CHS 2 Hike - Indian Henry's Hunting Ground

Day Hiking Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
A hike to a renown Ranger Patrol Cabin with breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier. CHS
Difficulty: Strenuous
Mon, Jul 10, 2023
No Prerequisites
8 participants
Registration opens Jun 21
Seattle Branch

CHS Tacoma September Graduation Hikes - Indian Henry's Hunting Ground

Day Hiking Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
Trip will initially open to Tacoma Branch Conditioning Hiking Students. Trip will open for registration
Difficulty: Strenuous
Wed, Sep 6, 2023
No Prerequisites
6 participants
Registration opens Aug 15
Tacoma Branch

CHS Tacoma September Graduation Hikes - Indian Henry's Hunting Ground

Day Hiking Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
Trip will initially open to Tacoma Branch Conditioning Hiking Students. Trip will open for registration
Difficulty: Strenuous
Fri, Sep 29, 2023
No Prerequisites
7 participants
Registration opens Aug 15
Tacoma Branch
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  • Indian Henry's Hunting Ground
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