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From the junction, make your way along the road as it follows Tahoma Creek. After 3.2 miles, you'll come to the summer trailhead at Dry Creek, marked with a closed gate. Traveling past this point requires knowledge of avalanche terrain and current conditions, as avalanches coming down from Mount Wow to your left have the potential to reach the road. This area also has a high risk of rockfall.
If you continue past Dry Creek, you'll gradually climb to Round Pass, enjoying views of Tahoma Creek and a brief view of Mount Rainier on a clear day. Stop for a moment of reflection at the Marine Memorial on the east side of Round Pass, a tribute to the 32 U.S. Marines who were lost when their plane crashed into the Tahoma Glacier in 1946. Take in the views of the mountain here before continuing or heading back down the road. The road continues another 5.3 miles to its terminus at Klapatche Point.
Trailhead
