Greenwater Lakes

Difficulty: Easy

Distance: 4 miles Round

Northwest Forest Pass Required

This is the perfect hike for families, as it has everything a kid would be looking for in a hike: it's easy, you get to cross the river multiple times over awesome log bridges, and not just one lake - but two! Although this hike was super easy, it is beautiful enough that even the avid hiker will enjoy being here for the day!

Tolmie Peak

Difficulty: Moderate
5 1/2 miles Round Trip
National Park Day Use Fee Area

This was one of our more memorable hiking trips. When we first started out Jeff, our son, wasn't really feeling the love that day, but by the time we got done he was super glad he came with us. This hike has just about everything. A beautiful waterfall, a great lake to eat lunch by and cool off on a hot day, and one of the most amazing views of Mt. Rainier ever. I would totally recommend this hike!

Spray Falls

Difficulty: Moderate
4 miles round trip
National Park Day Use Fee Area

This is a very easy fun hike to do if you have kids in tow. There are a few climbs here and there but for the most part the trail is pretty level and very well maintained. You will pass several small waterfalls along your way to your destination of Spray Falls. For the best view, cross the river. This is a great place to watch the water cascading down the rocks while eating your lunch.

Summit Lake

Difficulty: Moderate

5 miles round trip
Northwest Service Pass Required

One of the best things about this hike is the payoff of the Lake at the end. It is so beautiful that you can stay all day swimming, and relaxing by the shore. When we got there it was so inviting that we had to take a swim, even though we didn't bring suits. Hey, shorts dry! It was worth it. Carpe Diem!!