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    South Puyallup Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    1.5-2h
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    5.6 km
    Elevation
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    213 m
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    The South Puyallup Trail is a 4.7 km lightly trafficked trail in Mount Rainier National Park that is rated as easy. This trail is most often used to access the South Puyallup River Camp as part of a longer backpacking trip as the trailhead is inaccessible directly from a road, but if you’re in the area, it makes a pleasant, moderate walk on its own.

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    Route Description for South Puyallup Trail

    The South Puyallup Trail serves as a connector between Westside Road and Wonderland Trail. It provides access to the South Puyallup River Camp. Because of its location, it cannot be hiked as a standalone trail, as there is no direct access to the trail off the road.

    The trail can be found between Westside and Wonderland, running alongside the South Puyallup River. Roughly in the middle is South Puyallup River Camp.

    Getting to the South Puyallup Trail Trailhead

    The South Puyallup Trail is a connector between Westside Road and Wonderland Trail. You’ll need to be hiking either trail near the camp to reach it.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      South Puyallup River Camp

    • When to do

      May-October

    • Pets allowed

      No

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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