Starting at 5400' is a great advantage. Sure, there are tons of people here but start mid afternoon; you'll still have plenty of time and lose most of the crowd. Trail to Sourdough Gap is easy, a good hike with kids or early season. Continue past the first gap to a fork in the trail and stay on the upper route. At a scant 1/4 mile is another gap, the entrance to the Park, and great views of Rainier. No bugs. Bonus: Hwy 410 is the only route back into Seattle that doesn't clog up on Sunday evenings, it's almost heavenly driving home. Naches Tavern in Greenwater is way overrated but sadly I have nothing better to recommend. Avoid the chili!
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