Backcountry skiers ascend Muir Snowfield to reach Camp Muir on Mt Rainier
Ascending Muir Snowfield toward Camp Muir

Muir Snowfield Ski Ascent & Descent via Panorama Point + Camp Muir (Mount Rainier Massif, WA)

Trip Date: June 17, 2000

Muir Snowfield Ski Ascent & Descent

Alta Vista
Panorama Point
Muir Snowfield

Camp Muir (10,188 ft)

Trip Report Summary

Region: Southern Washington Cascades

Sub-Region: Mt. Rainier Massif

Area: Mt. Rainier National Park

Starting & Ending Point: Skyline Trailhead at Paradise on Nisqually Road (Elev. 5400 feet)

Way Points: Alta Vista & Panorama Point & Camp Muir (ski tour)

Ski Run: Muir Snowfield (ski descent from 10,200 feet to 6000 feet)

Approximate Stats: 10 miles traveled; 4700 feet gained & lost; 4.4 hours up; 1.9 hours down.

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