A section of the Wonderland Trail between Ipsut Creek and Mystic Lake, starting from the Carbon River trailhead.
Wonderland Trail - Ipsut Creek to Mystic Lake
46.9950,
-121.9156
Map & Directions
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Length
- 24.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 5,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
The Fairfax Bridge (3 miles south of Carbonado) is closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic until further notice due to safety concerns. The bridge closure renders this hike inaccessible.
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
National Park PassPermits Required
Backcountry camping permit. Apply online (fee)
A section of the Wonderland Trail between Ipsut Creek and Mystic Lake, starting from the Carbon River trailhead.
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Hiking Wonderland Trail - Ipsut Creek to Mystic Lake
Wonderland Trail - Ipsut Creek to Mystic Lake
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
The Fairfax Bridge (3 miles south of Carbonado) is closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic until further notice due to safety concerns. The bridge closure renders this hike inaccessible.
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
National Park PassPermits Required
Backcountry camping permit. Apply online (fee)WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.
Getting There
From Puyallup, drive 13 miles east on State Route 410 to Buckley, then turn right onto SR 165. Proceed to the bridge over the Carbon River Gorge and then bear left to Mount Rainier National Park's Carbon River Entrance. Due to 2006 flood damage, it is now necessary to walk the road just inside the park boundary.
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