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Summary: Burroughs Mountain has three summits, all over 7,000 feet -- First, Second and Third Burroughs. It is ecologically unique because of the tundralike setting, where even old plants are small. Here trees that look young are hundreds of years old because the growing season is brief and conditions harsh. Here you can see the largest glacier in the contiguous United States, the Emmons Glacier. Starting at Sunrise the trail rises and then traverses to Frozen Lake. Just beyond the lake is a major trail intersection with branches to Mt. Fremont, Sunrise Camp, Burroughs, and west along the Wonderland trail to Berkeley Park and Skyscraper. At the end of this traverse the hiker has the option of taking a short (.5 mile) side trip to Second Burroughs Mountain for even better views. Turning south the trail loses elevation to the lookout over the Emmonds Glacier before continuing down into the Sunrise Camp. From the camp it is a gentle rise back to Sunrise. Trailhead: Getting there -- From Enumclaw, drive east on state Route 410. Continue 4 1/2 miles past the Mount Rainier National Park entrance and turn right onto the White River/Sunrise Road. Drive a long mile to the park entrance fee station and in about four miles pass the turnoff for White River Campground. Continue 10 miles to Sunrise, elevation 6,400 feet. The main trail starts to the left of the Ranger Station building. (Lat:46.914 Lon:-121.6419) Trail Guides for Burroughs Mountain Loop Mt. Rainier: 50 Hikes in Mt. Rainier National Park by Ira Spring & Harvey Manning (The Mountaineers) Day Hike Mt. Rainier by Ron C. Judd (Sasquatch Books) Best Seasons: Fall, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: White River Wilderness Information Center 360 663-2273 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Drew Furnia, who has posted 23 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by gm on 8/19/2004 The Park Ranger @ Sunrise picked this hike for me. The hike started out easy enough and became progressively more challenging the higher I climbed. With Mt.Rainer in the background as the lure to go higher,I finally achieved my goal of reaching the First Burroughs.Once at the First Burroughs-take your time and enjoy the vista. Just specta- cular.The return trip, offered just as good scenery. So save some film for the return trip. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Washington Hiking, Washington Trails, Washington Hikes, Pierce County Hiking, Pierce County Trails, Pierce County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||