INFO For information on permits, current trail and camp conditions, and wilderness guidelines, go to nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/wilderness-camping-and-hiking.htm.
PERMIT A wilderness permit is required for all overnight camping in the backcountry. Reservations requests accepted by fax or mail, starting on March 15th of each year ($20/reservation). Download form at nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/wilderness-reservation-information.htm.
CONTACT Mt. Rainier National Park, (360) 569-2211; nps.gov/mora
To Trailhead
From park's NE entrance, take WA 410 to Cayuse Pass. Turn R onto WA 123 @ Cayuse Pass. Continue on WA 123 for 7.5 mi. to small, signed shoulder pullout for Shriner Peak trailhead.