Peak · Mountain Loop
Morning Star Peak
4.8 mi round trip2,331 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance4.8 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,331 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit6,017 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Morning Star Peak is a peak reached by a 4.8-mile round trip from Sunrise Mine Trailhead. The route follows Sunrise Mine Trail to the summit.
Heads up: off-trail finish (summit route not mapped).
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Sunrise Mine Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.