I started out at White River campground at 0700 following the Glacier Basin Trail. I found the trail to Burroughs at about 2.5 miles in. Here the trail quickly gains elevation. I didn't come across another hiker until I was almost out of the trees. I arrived at Second Burroughs at about 0930 and ate a snack. I headed towards First Burroughs and then down towards Sunrise and then the trail back to the campground finishing at 1200. It was nice to do this hike in a loop. I'm not sure which direction would have been easier as both ways have steep sections.
Trip Report
Burroughs Mountain, Glacier Basin & White River to Sunrise — Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022
Mount Rainier Area > NE - Sunrise/White River
Comments
LittleAngelsMollie on Burroughs Mountain, Glacier Basin, White River to Sunrise
This is a great hike in the fall too when the road to Sunrise closes. I always find solitude in the fall up on Burroughs! I have found the route you took the best. Up the White River trail and down the WT.
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Mary&Mollie on Aug 21, 2022 03:53 PM
Under Orion's Sky on Burroughs Mountain, Glacier Basin, White River to Sunrise
That's a great tip since it's always sad when Sunrise closes for the season.
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Under Orion's Sky on Aug 21, 2022 04:33 PM