A few updates on Mt Rainer conditions from the Parks Service: Summary
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Most trails in the Paradise area are snow-free. The upper part of the
Skyline Trail still has some snow, but these areas are wanded. Please
stay off fragile medows. WILDFLOWERS are yet to bloom in large numbers
due to late melt-out this season. Call Paradise rangers at 360-569-6036
for updates. |
8/4/10
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Glacier Basin Trail
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Patchy snow
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The
first mile of the re-route is finished. Please use the summer route.
The trail crew is doing hazardous work on the new trail... please stay
on the flagged route. Bear activity in this area. Please store food
properly.
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8/4/10 |
Glacier Basin Camp #5/1 (5965')
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Bear activity in the camp. Food canister recommended. NOTE: Do not
leave anything behind when you vacate the camp. Personal items attract
bears. Any items left will be removed by Rangers.
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8/10/10
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The full report can be found here. |