Flowers are past their peak. Water source is gone so fill up in Berkeley Park. Beautiful hike amongst old growth forest. Great views of Mt Rainier. Northern Loop 0 Trail is in great shape and snow-free.
All footbridges are in.
Hike ascends through old growth forest to alpine meadows and Owyhigh Lakes. A short hike through an old burn area with wonderful views of Mt Rainier. A great trail for kids. The Trail is in overall good condition. With the recent hot weather hikers and backpackers should be alert for possible outburst floods and possible bridge washouts.