Little Ranger Peak via Ranger Creek — Sunday, May. 5, 2013

Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410

I've been waiting for the snow to melt to attempt Little Ranger Peak again... Today was a success! What an amazing day! As the previous trip report mentioned, snow starts above 4000 feet. It is solid, with no trace of avalanche danger. I did encounter 2 burly tree issues, but as I decended, I came upon a few people clearing these problems up. THANK YOU! Snow continued up to the shelter and ridgeline, but was melted off at the summit. Scored a 4-point deer antler at the base of the summit... which is now risiding in the hands of a happy 5 year old. Amazing view of Mt. Rainer! Oh, and I only needed waterproof boots and poles for the trek! ^_^