Pinnacle Peak Will Take You To The Most Spectacular Fall Foliage In Washington
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Jessica Wick
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Where do you go to enjoy fall foliage in Washington? While you’ll find rich, colorful leaves in every county come October, there’s no denying that certain parts of the state are more spectacular in autumn than others. Mount Rainier National Park is especially vibrant and some of its trails are absolutely incredible in the fall. The Pinnacle Peak Saddle Trail is a nice, fairly easy day hike that shows off our fall foliage at its finest.
To reach the trailhead, enter Mount Rainier National Park 3.5 miles east of Elbe on State Route 706. After 15 miles, turn right on Stevens Canyon Road. Head to the Reflection Lakes parking area and follow the trail signs.
That being said, the trail is ranked as moderate, so don't be intimidated if you're a beginning hiker.
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The colors typically peak around mid-October. Of course, it can snow in this area early in the season, so be mindful of that.
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Not only will you enjoy incredible mountain views, but the Nisqually River Valley and Paradise will also be visible.
Bring your camera — or break out the smartphone — for these postcard-perfect shots. On a clear day, you can even see Mount Adams in the distance from the peak.
Good news: Going downhill is much easier.
If nothing else, it's a beautiful excuse to visit Mount Rainier.
Do you prefer to hike in the autumn, when the weather cools off? Here are some other fall hikes in Washington you won’t want to miss.
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