Little Ranger Peak via Ranger Creek — Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016

Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410

Took advantage of a mild and sunny day to hike the 2.6 miles to the Little Ranger Peak viewpoint. No issues except on the spur trail to the viewpoint where there were multiple blowdowns, including a big one close to the junction with the main trail. The spur trail is probably more easily accessed from the main trail at a point just on the other side of the big blowdown about 100 feet down from the junction sign, at a gap between two downed logs. The view from the viewpoint was mostly to the high mountains to the south; getting better views appeared to require taking your life in your hands, which was confirmed by another article I read on this trail. My total hiking time was about 2.25 hours.