Field trip: Pelagic Birds of Puget Sound
Field Trip Mt Rainer - First & Second Burroughs Mountain
We will hike Sourdough Ridge, past Frozen Lake and up to Second Burroughs. On the way back, we will come down the southside of Burroughs, pass Shadow Lake and back to Sunrise. This trip should have great wildflowers, trees, butterflies, and the geology will be outstanding. It is possible the flowers will have gone by but we should fine some. Lots of geology and other naturalist things to discuss.
Contacts
- Thu, Aug 14, 2025
- Seattle Naturalists Committee
- Naturalist
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.4 mi
- Elevation Gain: 900 ft
- Pace: slow
- 1 (8 capacity)
- FULL (3 capacity)
- Thu, Mar 6, 2025 at 7:00 AM
- Mon, Jun 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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This is a naturalist hike that will be slow-paced. We will look for wildflowers, trees, butterflies, and anything else. We will also spend time discussing the geology of the Park and the Pacific Northwest. This trip will provide outstanding views of the geology.
Meet at 9:00 AM by the restrooms at Sunrise.
As of 29 March 2025, no decision has been made on whether Time-Entry Permits will be required. Make Sure to give yourself extra time to make it through the entry gate.
It takes about 30 minutes to drive from the entrance to Sunrise, and it may take 30 minutes to get through the gate if there is a backup.
Burroughs Mountain
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Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270 - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Hiking poles are a good idea for this hike. Bring water, lunch, snacks and be prepared for being outside on the mountain all day.
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