Trail · William O. Douglas Wilderness
American Ridge Trail
64.4 mi round trip16,099 ft gainVery hardDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
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Day hikeFree self-issue
Fill out the free wilderness permit at the trailhead kiosk.
OvernightFree self-issue
No reservation. Use the same free permit, keep groups to 12 or fewer, and camp at least 200 ft from water.
William O. Douglas Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance64.4 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain16,099 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point6,857 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
American Ridge Trail is a 64.4-mile round trip, out and back from Naches Peak Loop Trailhead. The route follows American Ridge Trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
National park entrance fee: $30 per vehicle for 7 days, the $55 Mount Rainier annual pass, or an America the Beautiful pass. No timed-entry reservation is required in 2026.
Buy an entrance passGetting there
The hike starts at Naches Peak Loop Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.