Mount Rainier - Complete Wonderland Trail

You can find Strat Guy Vic on SoundCloud as he provided the background music for the 54-minute video with his killer guitar skills and smooth tracks, making the Wonderland Trail journey even better. His talent really shines through, adding the perfect vibe to the hike.

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail from Longmire clockwise back to Longmire is a big adventure, with each step through old-growth forests, open meadows, and past glaciers like Carbon boosting your confidence. The mental push comes from the long days and steep climbs, like up to Indian Henry’s or Windy Gap, but seeing Mount Rainier’s peaks and spotting bears or goats keeps your spirits high, turning every challenge into a rewarding moment of focus and strength.
The variety of landscapes, from Summerland’s wildflowers to the rugged Cowlitz Divide, keeps your mind engaged, making the 10-14 day journey feel like a personal triumph. Crossing rivers like the Nisqually or tackling Panhandle Gap’s rocky edges builds mental resilience, leaving you feeling accomplished and proud as you loop back to Longmire, knowing you’ve conquered the trail’s demands makes you feel like a champion!