12.2 hr
Day Two on the Wonderland Trail was going to be a long one. Ideally, we would’ve stayed at Klaptache Park Camp , renown for views of both Mount Rainier to the east and sunsets to the west. Its popularity also meant it was fully booked when we got our permit, so we would have to hike about three miles further and descend another 2,100 feet to North Puyallup River .
Views en route to St Andrews Park
Meadow at Emerald Ridge
Rainier from Emerald Ridge
Climbing to Emerald Ridge
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Approaching Squaw Lake
Deer at Devil’s Dream Camp
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