Peak · Moran State Park
False Summit
2.1 mi round trip357 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Campground
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation. Just the Discover Pass on your dashboard.
OvernightCampground
Overnight stays only in park campgrounds, booked through Washington State Parks.
Washington State Parks rules. Matched from trail managers on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance2.1 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain357 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit2,287 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
False Summit is a peak reached by a 2.1-mile round trip from Parking area. The route follows Little Summit Trail to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
Photos from hikers
Loading photos…
What you need
Parking and passes
This trailhead is on state land, so you need a Discover Pass on your dashboard.
Get a Discover PassGetting there
The hike starts at Parking area. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.