Norse Peak Wilderness, Protected wilderness area near Mount Rainier, Washington, US.
Norse Peak Wilderness spans 27,000 acres of mountain terrain, featuring alpine lakes, granite ridges, coniferous forests, and meadows in the Cascade Mountain Range.
The wilderness designation in 1984 under the Washington State Wilderness Act established protection for 50,923 acres within the National Wilderness Preservation System.
The southwest section contains remnants of gold mining activities, including mine shafts, tailings, and abandoned cabins from early settlement periods.
Multiple trailheads provide access to the wilderness, with the Norse Peak Trail extending 5.2 miles to reach panoramic views at 6,856 feet elevation.
The Pacific Crest Trail traverses the wilderness for 27 miles, connecting various entry points and offering views of Mount Adams, Mount Rainier, and Mount Hood.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 46.95670,-121.45300
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:39
Suntop Lookout
14.4 km
Sunrise Historic District
15.2 km
Tipsoo Lake Comfort Station
10.8 km
Chinook Pass Entrance Arch
10.6 km
White River Mess Hall and Dormitory
9.8 km
White River Bridge
14.1 km
White River Entrance
9.8 km
Fifes Peaks
10.1 km
Chinook Peak
7.9 km
Dewey Peak
13 km
Silver Creek Ranger Station
7.2 km
Deer Creek Bridge
14.9 km
Klickitat Creek Bridge
9.2 km
Sunrise Service Station
15 km
Dry Creek Bridge
8.7 km
Fryingpan Creek Bridge
14.2 km
Sunrise Comfort Station
15.2 km
White River Patrol Cabin
15.2 km
Sunrise Lodge
15.1 km
Sunrise Visitor Center
15.2 km
Sunrise Point
11.1 km
White River Entrance Ranger Station
9.8 km
North Blockhouse
15.2 km
South Blockhouse
15.2 km
Northeast Entrance Arch
6.8 km
Barrier Peak
14.4 km
Deadwood Creek Bridge
8.8 km
Deadwood Creek Bridge
8.8 kmReviews
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