We love the Noble Knob trail, and hike it several times each year.  The views of Mt. Rainier are glorious any time of year.  The wildflowers are incredible in the summer.  And now (in September) the huckleberries are everywhere.

You can actually hike to Noble Knob from Alta Crystal Resort,  It’s about 4 miles each way.  The first 3 1/2 miles is forested (with some great spots for views of the White River Valley).  At about 3 1/2 miles, you come to a clearing with an incredible view of the mountain!  Breathtaking.

At this point, the trail gets steep for… Read Full Story