Spray Park and Spray Falls

Mt. Rainier’s parklands are famous for their wildflower displays, and Spray Park certainly lives up to the reputation. Spray Park’s flowers transform the grassy meadows into a sea of color while Spray Falls puts on a watery show of its own. For those willing to go the extra distance, there’s even a spectacular view of Mt. Rainier.

From the Mowich Lake camping area, the well-signed Spray Park Trail begins by descending into a forest of cedar and fir rising out of a blanket of greenery. After a few switchbacks and .2 miles of hiking, find yourself at a junction with the Wonderland Trail. Veer right, following the sign that points toward Spray Park and Eagle’s Roost Camp. Legions of boot steps keep this trail clear and easy to navigate as it crosses over creeks and traverses forested ridges. After another 1.4 miles arrive at the Eagle Cliff Viewpoint, a small area where trees have been cleared to offer a lovely pocket view of Mt. Rainier. This is a good place to drop your pack for a short rest before continuing onward.

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