The state of Washington is abundant in natural beauty and unmatched landscapes. They don’t call it the Evergreen State for nothing. Washington is home to forested trails, sparkling rivers, and hiking paths to accommodate our quest for adventure and love for the great outdoors. Dozens of hiking trails dot the Mount Rainier National Forest, but if you’re looking for a more strenuous route that pays off in spectacular views, check out the Tahoma Creek Trail in Ashford, Washington. Avid hikers are drawn to this area for its 200-foot suspension bridge towering 165 feet over Tahoma Creek, and its somewhat rustic and challenging pathways. We hope you’re not afraid of heights!

Adventure awaits on the Tahoma Creek Trail in Mount Rainier National Park.
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You’ll start your adventure at the Nisqually entrance of Mount Rainier National Park and follow Westside Road to the trailhead marked with a pink ribbon.
This is a challenging route so be sure to be prepared for changing weather conditions.
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Much of the trail runs along Tahoma Creek where you’ll likely encounter muddy conditions. We recommend waterproof hiking boots
Watch your step. The Tahoma Creek Trail crosses several small streams bridged by carved-out logs that can be slippery.
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The trail is recommended for more experienced hikers as it alternates between the riverbed and forested paths with frequent, swift elevation changes.

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Follow the wonderland trail to get to the Tahoma Creek Trail Suspension Bridge.
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Your hard work has paid off. You’ve hiked through steep, dirt trails, and muddy creek beds, and scaled large river rocks to reach the 200-foot cable suspension bridge high over the canyon.
If you’re afraid of heights, you might not want to look down.
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The Tahoma Creek Suspension Bridge offers spectacular views of Tahoma Creek and the surrounding canyon 165 feet below. One step onto this planked bridge and you’ll see why it’s recommended that only one person crosses at a time.
The 6.3-mile trail is not maintained by the park service so watch for trail markers left by previous hikers.
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As we mentioned, the Tahoma Creek Trail is challenging. Parts of the trail can get washed out due to snow and rain, leaving hikers to occasionally resort to blazing a new path or finding a way to cross over the creek. But if you stick with it, the views will be worth it.
Stop and take in the magnificent view.
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The best time to visit the Tahoma Creek Trail and Suspension Bridge is April-October when the snow has melted and you can enjoy beautiful springtime wildflowers or colorful fall foliage.

If you’re looking for a challenging adventure that will take you through babbling creeks and evergreen forests with plenty of peaks and valleys, grab your hiking boots and head to Tahoma Creek Trail. The hike will take about 3 ½ hours to complete, and you’ll have to leave Fido at home as pets are not allowed on this trail, but the views from the suspension bridge will be worth it.

Have you traversed through the Tahoma Creek Trail in Mount Rainier National Park? Were you brave enough to cross the suspension bridge? We’d love to hear about your journey in the comments

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