Thurston · Mount Rainier National Park

Star Gazing at Sunrise

Come explore the parks after dark! Star gazing is a great way to end a long day of hiking and exploring the park. The Sunrise area is a perfect spot for star gazing. There are several ways to view the stars at sunrise from staying in the parking lot to hiking on trails. There is something for everyone.

Time needed

30-120 Minutes

Season

Summer

Fees

Park entrance fee required. No fee for the activity.

Accessibility

The trails vary in width and are dirt broken by stone or log steps. Silver Forest Trail has 150 feet elevation gain and the Sunrise Nature Trail up to Sourdough Ridge has a 300 feet elevation gain. An accessible restroom is located next to the main Sunrise parking lot. Sunrise Road and parking lots are paved, though some pullouts along the road between Sunrise Point and Sunrise are gravel with abrupt edges.

stargazing

Part of Mount Rainier National Park. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.