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Collage of the differentiating bark, needles and cones for the 3 conifer trees.
NPS/C. Raven Photos

Thurston · Mount Rainier National Park

Tree Scavenger Hunt in the Ohanapecosh Campground

Go on an adventure and try to identify the three most commonly abundant trees that surround the entire Ohanapecosh area.

Time needed
30-60 Minutes
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Fees
Park entrance fee required.
Accessibility
This activity can be done in the campground on paved roads. Note that pets are allowed on the campground loop roads, but are not allowed on any trails (service animals excepted). This activity can be done on the Silver Falls Trail. This is a loop trail that is 2.7 miles, has about 300' elevation gain and change, can be slippery and steep in some areas, has a bridge crossing, alternates between narrow and wide trail width, and has uneven rocky and muddy terrain along some areas. This activity can be done on the Ohanapecosh Hot Springs Nature Trail. This is a loop trail that is about 0.4 mile long and has less than 100' of elevation gain. This trail alters between narrow and wide width, can be slippery, muddy and has uneven and steep terrain along some areas. There are restrooms located outside the visitor center, as well as in each of the campground loops.

self-guided tours - walking

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