6.5 hr
Overview
From a lush temperate forest valley, the trail climbs 2,200 feet in three miles to Snider Ridge Trail on very steep switchbacks. After reaching this ridge, the trail weaves four miles through Douglas-fir trees on the ridge's northern side, and rocky points and high meadows to the south. The trail meanders along the ridgetop between Jims Junction and Mosley gap. This section offers spectacular views of Mt. Olympus, Lake Crescent, the Straits of Juan de Fuca, and the Sol Duc Valley below.\n\nBe sure to stop and take a breather at Panorama Point - the views to the south, especially of Lake Crescent and Mt. Olympus, are unrivaled.\n\nFrom Mosley Gap the trail descends to the valley floor through boulder formations and overhanging moss. Along the way you bypass the Spruce Railroad Trail, which takes you to the northern shores of Lake Crescent. The loop trail finally returns to the trailhead through beautiful stands of maple, Douglas-fir and western hemlock.
Trail Stats
20.0 km
903 m
1118 m
323 m
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Photos
Trail junction near the middle of Mt Muller hogback
Trail junction near the middle of Mt Muller hogback
Short plunge on the Mt. Muller hogback.
Short plunge on the Mt. Muller hogback.
Looking down on the southwest end of Lake Crescent from a Mt Muller trail viewpoint.
Looking down on the southwest end of Lake Crescent from a Mt Muller trail viewpoint.
Mt Muller, WA
Mt Muller, WA