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Trails ranging from less than one mile to the 93 mile Wonderland
Trail offer chances for pleasant ambles or overnight backpacks.
Climbing permits are required for all climbs above 10,000
feet and for all glacier travel. The trails listed here are
only a few of the great number available within the Park.
Precautions
Be prepared for rain in any month, and for snow and freezing
temperatures from September through May. Trails are usually
snow free from mid-July through September, but low clouds
may hide landmarks at higher elevations. Carry maps and a
compass, a first-aid kit, and extra food and water. Wear appropriate
clothing and footwear. Stay on trails; never cut across switchbacks.
In the Paradise and Sunrise areas, off-trail travel is prohibited.
Bikes are prohibited on park trails. Saddle and pack stock
are permitted on only the Laughingwater and Pacific Crest
trails.
Pay attention to the weather. Think about all of the ways
the weather can outsmart you. It's easy to get lost or injured
when the weather deteriorates, the trail is covered with snow,
and you don't know where you are. You might be in an avalanche
zone and not even know it.
Keep your eyes on the trail. You may be hiking before trail
crews have a chance to clear away fallen trees or replace
missing foot logs at river crossings. Be especially careful
at river crossings. Many people underestimate the power of
the water and are unaware of the large, rolling boulders it
carries. If you must cross, go in the morning when rivers
are generally lower.
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