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At 5,430 ft, Chinook Pass offers stunning mountain along Mather Memorial Parkway. The pass is open mid-May to November—check for seasonal closures before you go.

The summit of this pass is marked by a rustic stone-and-wood archway that happens to be part of the legendary Pacific Crest Trail. If you want to hop off your bike for a minute, there's a pretty, short nature trail here with great views of Mt. Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and Tipsoo Lake.

From Cispus Pass, a hiker can look down into two stunning river valleys, the Cispus to the west and the Klickitat to the east. It is a challenging day hike.

This spot offers one of the most spectacular views of Lake Cassidy, where visitors can stroll out onto the dock and enjoy a panoramic vista of the water. It provides opportunities for fishing or launching your boat onto the serene waters, making it a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

The hike to this saddle offers beautiful views of Mount Rainier from the south, dense forests, and the Nisqually River Valley. There are climber's trails to some nearby peaks if you continue on from here.

The highest point of the Enchantments Traverse, Aasgard Pass from Colchuck Lake is the most popular route to climb into the Enchantments Core. When it is snow free, the route is pretty straightforward and marked with user cairns. It climbs nearly 2,000 feet in a mile over scree and rock. When covered in snow, it is important to stay to the left to avoid the creeks that may not be visible. Poles and microspikes will be helpful, especially if you are going down this route. I would recommend doing additional research on this route before attempting it so that you have a solid understanding of what the climb entails.

Eagle Peak Saddle is the final part of the trail and the ascent is steep. As you near the saddle and emerge from the forest, you'll be greeted by the striking view of Eagle Peak to the left. The saddle itself is a stunning high alpine meadow full of vibrant of wildflowers during the summer. Upon reaching the saddle, it is advised not to proceed further, as the ascent to the peaks is suitable only for experienced hikers.

The peak derived its name from the Native American word for eagle.