Trail of the Shadows
A short, easy 0.7-mile loop with minimal elevation gain at Longmire in Mount Rainier National Park. It's a perfect outing for kids and families any time of the year.
getting there
From SR-7 in Elbe, turn east onto SR-706, both known as the National Park Highway. Continue through the Nisqually Entrance of Mount Rainier National Park. Be prepared to pay the fee just after entering the park. Drive 6.5 miles to Longmire.
In winter, ALL drivers in the park are required to carry snow chains or equivalent traction devices—this includes those with a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle. Those without a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle may be required to install them at Longmire or beyond.
on the trail
Trail of the Shadows is an easy walk located across form the Longmire Inn. This flat path winds past one of the park's earliest homesteads, the Longmire hot springs, and through the surrounding forest. It's perfect all ages and abilities.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking, Snowshoeing
- Snowshoeing Category: Beginner
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Easy
- Length: 0.7 mi
- Elevation Gain: 20 ft
- 2,700 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
- Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
- Green Trails Mt Rainier West No. 269
- Trails Illustrated Mount Rainier National Park
This is a list of titles that represent the variations of trips you can take at this route/place. This includes side trips, extensions and peak combinations. Not seeing a title that fits your trip? Log in and send us updates, images, or resources.
- Trail of the Shadows Loop
There are no resources for this route/place. Log in and send us updates, images, or resources.